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SOCIAL SERVICES / DISTRICT ATTORNEY
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Requested Action(s)
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a) AGREEMENT - Request approval and authorization for the Interim Director of Social Services and the District Attorney to renew and sign the Interagency MOU for the purpose of investigations of Welfare Fraud and IHSS Fraud through the Special Investigations Unit, for the rates as set forth in Exhibit “C” with maximum compensation not to exceed $512,418, effective 7/1/24 through 6/30/25
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Financial Impact:
The cost of this MOU is included in Social Services' budget account 5013-532300. CalWORKs and CalFresh federal and state allocations will fund the majority of this agreement, with a portion paid by In-Home Supportive Services. Costs are allocated based on investigations completed during the quarter. The County share will be paid by Health & Welfare Realignment revenues. There is no cost to the County General Fund.
Background Information:
The Tehama County Special Investigations Unit (SIU) is a group of Social Services and District Attorney staff assigned to the Welfare Fraud program who work together to investigate referrals of possible fraud that arise regarding receipt of public assistance and In Home Supportive Services (IHSS) programs.