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County accepts state BCHIP award to expand crisis‑response capacity; board asks for use details

Sierra County Board of Supervisors · April 21, 2026
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Summary

Sierra County accepted a BCHIP award offering roughly $50,000 annually (potentially two years) to support crisis‑response capacity such as a vehicle; the board authorized acceptance but asked behavioral-health staff to return with details and cost estimates amid capacity concerns.

The board voted to accept a state Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program (BCHIP) award that will provide approximately $50,000 per year to the county for crisis‑response infrastructure, potentially covering a vehicle and related operating costs.

Cheryl Prince McMillan, the county’s behavioral‑health…

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