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County of Santa Clara Co-Sponsors Bill to Expedite Review for Mental Health Claims
A bill recently co-sponsored by the County of Santa Clara aims to speed up the grievance and resolution process for denied mental health claims, streamlining the process to force fast action for claims considered urgent or life-threatening.
County Board of Supervisors Hears Results of Study on Utilization of Diverse Businesses
The results of the 2023 Countywide Disparity Study, which showed opportunities to improve procurement processes for diverse businesses, was presented to the County Board of Supervisors on April 16. Using recommendations from MGT of America Consulting, which completed the 2023 study, County staff made several recommendations to the Board.
‘Deeply Concerning’: Board of Supervisors to Hear Report on Impact of Cuts at Regional Medical Center
The County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors on Tuesday will hear a report detailing the anticipated negative effects of service reductions at Regional Medical Center (RMC) – the main emergency facility serving East San José.
Non-Native Aedes Aegypti Mosquitoes Detected Again in Santa Clara County
The County of Santa Clara Vector Control District has discovered five of the invasive mosquitoes in a residential area of East San José. The County urges the community to help the district eradicate the aggressive species of mosquito, which is known to spread diseases such as dengue and yellow fever.
Adult Probation Job and Resource Fair 2024
The County of Santa Clara Adult Probation Department will host a Job and Resource Fair on April 24. The event is meant to support individuals with criminal records and will offer a diverse range of services.
Child Abuse Prevention Month: It Takes a Community to Protect Our Children
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and the County of Santa Clara is highlighting the importance of community-wide partnerships to keep children safe, prevent child abuse and neglect, and support families.
Vector Control District Surveys Ground Squirrel Burrows for Disease-Carrying Fleas
A group of Vector Control District employees visited Ed R. Levin County Park in March as part of a study to determine what species of flea reside in Sant Clara County and what types of bacteria and other infectious agents they may carry.
‘Just Drive’: County of Santa Clara Launches Education and Enforcement About Distracted Driving
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and County officials on Friday announced a campaign to bring attention to this risky behavior with stepped up education efforts as well as added enforcement on the roads.
Santa Clara Valley Healthcare Remains Open During Nurses Strike
The County of Santa Clara has been working to keep all critical services open to patients in the Santa Clara Valley Healthcare system during a three-day strike by the Registered Nurses Professional Association (RNPA).
County Encourages Residents to Go Green During Earth Month
The County and community partners offer a wide range of ecofriendly programs, services and activities to help you celebrate Earth Month and protect the environment.