Memorandum
Date: October 21, 2025
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Anthony Arton, Health Services Director
Subject: Consideration of Approval for Lake County Health Services to accept donations of up to $9,999 until June 30, 2026 in accordance with the County’s donation policy.
Executive Summary:
Lake County Health Services requests Board approval to authorize the Director of Health Services to accept donations of up to $9,999 until June 30, 2026 in accordance with the County’s donation policy.
This flexible authority will allow the department to quickly accept small grants and contributions to expand and implement services in the clinic and on the Wellness on Wheels (WOW) Truck, including rapid STI screenings, essential medical supplies, and kits for low-income families and unhoused residents.
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Recommended Action:
Staff recommends your Board approve Lake County Health Services to accept donations of up to $9,999 until June 30, 2026 in accordance with the County’s donation policy and authorize the Director of Health Services to sign.