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Commissioners approve La Esperanza inmate‑care contract at $130 per visit
Summary
The court approved a one‑year renewed mandated provider contract with La Esperanza to provide medical services to clients and inmates at a negotiated rate of $130 per visit for FY2027 (09/01/2026–08/31/2027).
Commissioners approved a one‑year mandated provider contract with La Esperanza for inmate and client medical services, renewing the county’s existing arrangement for the period Sept. 1, 2026 through Aug. 31, 2027.
The contract, presented by county staff, reflects a negotiated per‑visit rate of $130 for services provided to clients and inmates and will continue to renew annually under the current practice. The court approved the renewal by motion and voice vote; staff characterized the agreement as straightforward and favorable compared with potential alternatives.
