Health Agency restructuring
Summary
The county will break the Health Agency into separate Behavioral Health and Public Health departments starting July 1, 2026, with new director positions and salary ranges. Residents should expect the same services under a new structure.
At a glance
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Last discussed May 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
New executive director positions come with new salary ranges; overall cost wasn't itemized at this stage.
Residents relying on public and behavioral health services, who may get more focused departmental leadership.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Supervisors - May 5, 2026
Starting July 1, the county will have separate Behavioral Health and Public Health Departments instead of one combined Health Agency — intended to sharpen focus on mental health and public health services.
Board of Supervisors - Mar 10, 2026
The county will break the Health Agency into separate Behavioral Health and Public Health departments starting July 1, 2026, with new director positions and salary ranges. Residents should expect the same services under a new structure.
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