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a. Ratify the execution by the Director of Health of the Agreement with Walmart, Inc., and the Monterey County Health Department's Public Health Bureau, to provide and administer immunizations to Monterey County employees with a retroactive start date of August 10, 2021, at no cost to the County; and
b. Authorize the Director of Health or the Assistant Director of Health to approve up to two (2) future amendments that do not significantly alter the scope of services.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
a. Ratify the execution by the Director of Health of the Agreement with Walmart, Inc., and the Monterey County Health Department's Public Health Bureau, to provide and administer immunizations to Monterey County employees with a retroactive start date of August 10, 2021, at no cost to the County; and
b. Authorize the Director of Health or the Assistant Director of Health to approve up to two (2) future amendments that do not significantly alter the scope of services.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The Monterey County Employee Wellness Program ("Wellness Program") was created in 1985 as a partnership between management, unions, and employees to address three main areas: Employee health and safety, Health insurance costs, and Worker's Compensation claims. The mission of the Wellness Program is to promote work environments, policies, and programs that preserve the health of employees and promote their ability to excel at their jobs while honoring the importance of family and community.
This Agreement with Walmart, Inc. will provide an opportunity for the Wellness Program to continue to offer immunizations to the employees of Monterey County. Additionally, the approval of this Agreement will ensure the continuation of providing County employees the education and tools necessary to improve their health and quality of life.
On September 10, 2021, the Director of Health was asked to sign the Agreement with Walmart, Inc. The Management An...
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