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Committee approves amendment to extend MetroHealth jail medical contract amid staffing and budgeting questions

6438266 · October 21, 2025
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The committee voted to advance an amendment extending MetroHealth’s jail medical contract through March 31, 2026, while county staff continues negotiations on a new long-term agreement.

The Public Safety and Justice Affairs Committee voted to advance resolution 20250299 to the full council, authorizing an amendment to contract number 3970 with MetroHealth System to extend jail medical services through March 31, 2026, and to provide additional funding to maintain services while the county negotiates a new contract.

Chris Costin from the Sheriff’s Department explained the amendment will extend the current MetroHealth contract and provide additional funding while staff finalizes a new agreement. Greg Huth from the county law…

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