Narrative of Resolution:
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To apply, accept and enter into an award agreement or contract with NYSDOH for the Rural Health Network Development Grant
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If Resolution requires expenditure of County Funds, provide the following information:
Amount to be authorized by Resolution: $750,000
Are funds already budgeted? No
Specify Compliance with Procurement Procedures:
Introduced by the Health and Human Services Committee to apply, accept and enter in an award agreement or Contract with NYSDOH for the Rural Health Network Development Grant
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Health is offering an open, competitive five (5) year grant for Rural Health Network Development. The multi-year contract period will be from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2030 in an amount not to exceed $150,000.00 per year; and
WHEREAS, if funding is awarded, the Sullivan County Department of Public Health wishes to enter into an agreement with the New York State Department of Health and Office of Rural Health on an annual basis, dependent upon continued funding, to support objectives which will improve the health and wellness of Sullivan County residents; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Manager and/or Chairman of the County Legislature (as required by the funding source) are authorized to execute any and all necessary documents to submit the Rural Health Network Grant application for funding; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Manager and/or Chairman of the Legislature (as required by the funding source) to accept the award and enter into and an award agreement or contract to administer the funding secured in such form as the County Attorney shall approve; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that should the Rural Health Network Grant funding be terminated the County of Sullivan shall not be obligated to continue any action undertaken by the use of this funding.
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