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Council hears Palo Verde Hospital ad hoc committee update; members ask about loan repayment
Summary
Council received an update on the Palo Verde Hospital ad hoc committee, IGT funds and Strike Team activity; Council Member Halby asked about repayment of the City's loan to the Palo Verde Healthcare District while Vice Mayor Rodriguez urged residents to use local hospital services.
Interim City Manager Mallory Crecelius updated the council on recent actions concerning the Palo Verde Healthcare District, including the county Board of Supervisors filling vacancies on the district board, status updates on IGT funding, the Strike Team's activities, and an upcoming County presentation at the April Community Outlook Conference. Council Member Halby specifically asked about repayment of the City’s loan to the Palo Verde Healthcare District, seeking clarity on the city's financial exposure and timeline.
Vice Mayor Rodriguez emphasized the value of the Strike Team volunteers and encouraged local use of hospital services, saying, "If you need medical treatment you should go to the hospital here and give them the business." The council received the update and staff indicated they would continue coordinating with the County and healthcare district; no formal action or direction beyond receiving the item was taken, though Council requested follow-up on loan-repayment questions.
