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RE: APPROVE CONSULTANT AGREEMENT FOR MIGRANT AND SEASONAL HEAD
START HEALTH SERVICES AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN-RUTH ANN BOHLER
WHEREAS,the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, pursuant to
Colorado statute and the Weld County Home Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of
administering the affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and
WHEREAS,the Board has been presented with a Consultant Agreement for Migrant and
Seasonal Head Start Health Services between the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and
through the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Department of
Human Services, Family Educational Network of Weld County,and Ruth Ann Bohler,commencing
April 11,2005,and ending December 2,2005,with further terms and conditions being as stated in
said agreement, and
WHEREAS,after review,the Board deems it advisable to approve said agreement,a copy
of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld
County,Colorado,that the Consultant Agreement for Migrant and Seasonal Head Start Program for
Health Services between the County of Weld,State of Colorado,by and through the Board of County
Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Department of Human Services, Family
Educational Network of Weld County, and Ruth Ann Bohler be, and hereby is, approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board that the Chair be,and hereby is,authorized to
sign said agreement.
The above and foregoing Resolution was,on motion duly made and seconded,adopted by
the following vote on the 28th day of March, A.D., 2005.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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MEMORANDUM
a AlittDATE: March 24, 2005
Vi`�' TO: Board of County Commissioners 1
C� FROM: Walt Speckman, Executive Director U
COLORADO SUBJECT: Purchase of Services Agreement between FENWC and
Ruth Ann Bohler
Presented for approval before the Weld County Board of County Commissioners is a Purchase
of Services Agreement between FENWC and Ruth Ann Bohler, hereinafter referred to as
"Nurse".
The nurse will provide health services to include: health screenings, etc. for children enrolled in
FENWCS Migrant/Seasonal Head Start Program in Olathe.
FENWC agrees to reimburse $32.00 per physical, not covered by Medicaid or other insurance
that the Nurse does for eligible Migrant/Seasonal Head Start children.
FENWC agrees to reimburse the Nurse $22.00 per hour. Center Director and Health Specialist
will determine hours.
FENWC also agrees to reimburse the Nurse $.345 per mile, for program related activities.
The term of this Agreement shall be for the period beginning April 11, 2005 through
December 2, 2005.
If you have any questions please contact Janet Flaugher, Director, @ 353-3800, ext. 3340.
2005-1055
CONSULTANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN RUTH ANN BOHLER AND FAMILY
EDUCATIONAL NETWORK OF WELD COUNTY
THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered into this day of March, 2005, by and
between the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County
Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Weld County Division of Human Services'
Family Educational Network of Weld County, hereinafter referred to as "FENWC," of Weld
County and Ruth Ann Bohler, hereinafter referred to as "Nurse."
WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, FENWC will contract nursing services for the Migrant/Seasonal Head
Start Program in Olathe.
WHEREAS, Head Start Policies and Procedures regarding eligible children and their
families enrolled in the FENWC Migrant/Seasonal Head Start Program are based on the
Administration for Children and Families Performance Standards(45-CFR 1304, 1305, and
1308).
WHEREAS, the purpose of this Agreement is to provide health services for children
enrolled in the Family Educational Network of Weld County's' Migrant/Seasonal Head Start
Program. The intent of this Agreement is to coordinate health services and collaboration
between the above named, the families of children of FENWC, health clinics/providers and
FENWC staff.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants, conditions, agreements, and
stipulations hereinafter expressed, the parties do hereby agree as follows:
1. Term:
The term of this Agreement between FENWC and Consultant shall be for the period
beginning April 11 , 2005 through December 2, 2005.
2. Geographic Areas To Be Served:
Migrant Head Start services shall be provided to enrolled Migrant/Seasonal Head
Start children who are eligible in Olathe.
3. FENWC Responsibilities:
a. Provide health screenings for all eligible Migrant/Seasonal Head Start
children within two (2) weeks of enrollment.
b. Refer all children with suspected health needs to a medical consultant for
referral and evaluation, to determine whether there is a need for health and
related services follow-up.
c. Share the responsibility for assisting the parents with paperwork.
d. Provide an inclusive or mainstream experience for children with health needs
enrolled in the FENWC Migrant/Seasonal Head Start Program. Assure
children with health needs are included in the full range of activities and
services normally provided to all Migrant/Seasonal Head Start children.
e. Provide reasonable accommodations/modifications necessary to meet the
special needs of children with health impairments.
f. Set up and maintain procedures in cooperation with school districts for the
transition of children and/or compile complete information the families can
carry with them to facilitate a continuum of care for their child.
g. Assure that the FENWC Migrant/Seasonal Head Start parent is aware of the
referral, signs the appropriate permission for evaluation forms, and
understands the referral and evaluation process.
h. Maintain a link with community agencies to assure optimal use of available
resources and services for families.
FENWC agrees to reimburse the Nurse $22.00 per hour. Hours to be
determined by Center Director and Health Specialist.
j. FENWC agrees to reimburse nurse $.345 per mile, for program related
activities.
k. Coordination meetings will be held bi-weekly to ensure that there is open
communications between the Nurse Consultant, Center Director,Health Aide,
and other pertinent staff.
FENWC agrees to reimburse $32 per physical, not covered by Medicaid or
other insurance that the Nurse Consultant does for eligible Migrant/Seasonal
Head Start children.
4. Consultant Responsibilities:
a. Ensure that every child receives a health screening within two (2) weeks of
enrollment.
b. Ensure that all children receive a physical examination, and that an appropriate
referral and follow-up is made for any health concerns noted.
c. Ensure that all children are current on their immunizations.
d. Ensure that dental screenings are completed for children and that appropriate
referrals and follow-up is made for children with dental concerns.
e. Ensure that all documentation and paperwork is complete per the Health Specialist
instruction.
f. Review of immunization records to determine status of child immunizations, and
ensure that appropriate immunizations are given to children.
g. Make home visits to families as necessary to provide services to children.
h. Supervise activities of the health staff in Olathe.
i. Coordinate dental activities to include; screenings, services, follow-up and
transportation to appointments. Ensure that appropriate paperwork is complete.
j. Complete monthly reports and end of year Program Information Report(PIR)to the
Health Specialist.
k. Ensure that all children's files have complete, appropriate documentation regarding
children's health issues.
I. The Consultant will bill FENWC every two weeks. The Center Director and Health
Specialist must verify bills.
m. Coordination meetings will be held bi-weekly to ensure that there is open
communication between the Nurse Consultant, Center Director, Health Specialist,
Health Aide, and other pertinent staff.
n. Although many activities can be delegated, it is the final responsibility of the Nurse
Consultant to oversee activities of the health aides in Olathe.
5. Modification of Agreement:
All modifications to this Agreement shall be in writing and signed by both parties.
6. Assignment:
This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties hereto, their successors, heirs,
legal representatives, and assigns. Neither party may assign any of its
rights/obligations hereunder without the prior written consent of the other party.
7. Resolution of Disagreements:
If a problem/disagreement should occur, the FENWC Director and/or Site Manager
should be notified immediately. If the problem/disagreement still cannot be
resolved, it will be taken to a higher authority in both agencies.
8. Applicable Law:
FENWC agrees to follow policies and procedure of the Consultant as construed in
accordance with the Colorado School Finance Act of 1988, regulations and other
applicable laws and regulations.
9. Termination:
This Agreement may be terminated at any time by either party giving thirty(30)days
written notice and is subject to the availability of funding.
10. Entire Agreement:
This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties with
respect to the subject matter hereof, and may not be changed or modified.
11. Waiver or Immunities/Third-Party Liability:
No portion of this Agreement shall be deemed to constitute a waiver of any
immunities the parties or their officers or employees may possess, nor shall any
position of this Agreement be deemed to have created a duty of care with respect to
any persons not a party to this Agreement.
12. Non-appropriation:
No portion of this Agreement shall be deemed to create an obligation on the part of
the Consultant, the County of Weld, State of Colorado, to expend funds not
otherwise appropriated in each succeeding year.
13. Severability:
If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of the Agreement
is for any reason held or decided to be unconstitutional, such decision shall not
affect the validity of the remaining portions. The parties hereto declare that they
would have entered into this Agreement and each and every section, subsection,
paragraph, sentence, clause, and phrase thereof irrespective of the fact that any
one or more sections, subsections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, or phrases
might be declared unconstitutional or invalid.
14. Assurances:
a. The Consultant agrees that it is an independent contractor and that its
officers, employees, and clients do not become employees of Weld County,
and therefore are not entitled to any employee benefits as Weld County
employees, as a result of the execution of this Agreement.
b. FENWC, the Weld County Board of Commissioners, its officers and
employees, shall not be held liable for injuries or damages caused by any
negligent acts or omissions of the Consultant, or its employees, while
performing this Agreement.
The Consultant, its officers, and employees, shall not be held liable for
injuries or damages caused by any negligent acts, or omissions of FENWC,
or its employees, while performing functions as described in this Agreement.
The Consultant shall provide adequate liability and worker's compensation
insurance for all of its employees, engaged in the performance of this
Agreement, as required by the Colorado Worker's Compensation Act.
Likewise, FENWC, by and through the Board of Weld County
Commissioners, shall provide adequate Liability and Worker's Compensation
Insurance for all employees of FENWC engaged in the performance of this
Agreement.
c. No officer, member, or employee of the Consultant and no member or their
governing bodies shall have any pecuniary interest, direct or indirect, in the
approved Agreement or the proceeds thereof.
d. Consultant understands that monitoring and evaluation of the performance of
this Agreement shall be conducted by the Weld County Division of Human
Services and the results provided to the Weld County Board of
Commissioners.
e. Consultant and FENWC assure compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights
Act of 1986, and that no person shall, on the grounds of race, creed, color,
sex, handicap, or nation origin be excluded from participation in, be denied
the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under the
approved Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereunto have caused this Agreement to be
duly executed as of the day and year first hereinabove set forth.
WELD COUNTY BOARD OF
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS CONSULTANT
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William H. Jerke, Chairperson Ruth Ann Bohler
3/28/2005
WELD COUNTY DIVISION
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Wal J. peckman, Executive Director
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