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Approve the reappointment of Gerald Huber to the First 5 Solano Children and Families Commission effective July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2023
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
The Department of Health and Social Services (H&SS) recommends that the Board approve the reappointment of Gerald Huber, Director of H&SS, to the First 5 Solano Children and Families Commission for a term of July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2023.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The First 5 Solano Children and Families Commission was established by the Solano County Board of Supervisors on June 8, 1999. The ordinance established a Commission with nine members, including two representatives of the County Health and Social Services Department. Gerald Huber, the H&SS Director, has been serving on the Commission since January 13, 2015 and the Department is recommending he be reappointed as one of two First 5 Commissioners for H&SS. Aaron Crutison, H&SS Deputy Director for Child Welfare Services will continue to serve on the Commission as the second H&SS member through September 2020.
Mr. Huber has been involved with health and human service programs at county, state and federal levels of government for more than 30 years in Minnesota, Wisconsin and New York and began as the H&SS Director with Solano County November 2014.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no impact to the County General Fund with this appointment. Cost associated with preparation of this item are included in the Department's FY2018/19 budget.
ALTERNATIVES:
The Board may choose not to approve this appointment to the First 5 Solano Children and Families Commission. This is not recommended as Mr. Huber will represent H&SS to coordinate services and will bring professional and personal knowledge to the Commission which will enhance its ability to fulfill its roles within the community.
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