TO: Board of Supervisors
FROM: Jennifer Yasumoto, Director Health and Human Services Agency
REPORT BY: Summer Isham, Contracts Supervisor
SUBJECT: Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 170846B with Language Line Services, Inc.
RECOMMENDATION
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Director of Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) requests approval of and authorization for the Chair to sign Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 170846B with Language Line Services, Inc., for a new annual maximum of $50,000 for the term upon approval through June 30, 2023, and each subsequent automatic renewal, to provide professional interpretation and translation services.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Approval of today's action will expand services to include InSight Video Interpreting services to facilitate effective communication by converting spoken or signed language statements between English and another language. Additionally, the contract maximum is being increased by $10,000 for a new annual contract maximum of $50,000 per fiscal year.
FISCAL & STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT
Is there a Fiscal Impact?
Yes
Is it currently budgeted?
Yes
Where is it budgeted?
Health and Human Services Agency, Multiple Divisions
Is it Mandatory or Discretionary?
Discretionary
Discretionary Justification:
This contract is discretionary in that there is no mandate to contract with Language Line Solutions for translation related services, however, these services are necessary for HHSA to ensure equitable access.
Is the general fund affected?
No
Future fiscal impact:
Appropriations have been included in the approved Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget and future fiscal years will be budgeted accordingly.
Consequences if not approved:
If the contract is not approved, the level of service provided to Napa County HHSA clientele could be severely impacted. Without adequate translation services, communication with individuals and families could be non-existent, leading to potential issues in regard to compliance with federal and state mandates.
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