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SOCIAL SERVICES / COUNTY COUNSEL
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Requested Action(s)
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a) AGREEMENT - Request approval and authorization for the Social Services Director and County Counsel to sign the Interagency MOU for the purpose of providing legal services involving Welfare and Institutions Code 300 cases, in an amount not to exceed $325,783, effective 7/1/24 and shall terminate 6/30/25
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Financial Impact:
The cost of this contract has been anticipated in the FY 2024-25 budget and is budgeted as an expense in account 5013- 532300, Professional and Special Services. This contract is funded with federal and realignment revenues.
Background Information:
This is a contract renewal. County Counsel has been providing these services for many years.
County Counsel has the legal capabilities to properly represent the County in juvenile cases and issues. County Counsel is responsive to Child Welfare Services' positions and in working for the best interest of the children.