City Council

(51) 26-0808 CDs 1, 4, 5, COMMUNICATION FROM THE CITY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER 8, 9, 10, 13, 14 (CAO) relative to a contract with USC Care Medical Group, Inc. for street medical services for healthcare needs focused on unhoused Angelenos in Council Districts 1, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13 and 14. Recommendation for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR: AUTHORIZE the General Manager, Los Angeles Housing Department, or designee, to: a. Execute a contract with USC Care Medical Group, Inc for an amount not to exceed $25 million and a term of five years commencing on July 1, 2026 for street medicine services, including but not limited to street-based engagement services, primary care services, clinical supervision, and consultation for healthcare needs focused on unsheltered Angelenos within Council Districts 1, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, and 14, in substantial conformance with the draft document attached hereto, subject to approval of appropriations for this purpose in the 2026-27 Budget and funding availability, in compliance with the City’s contracting policies and the approval of the City Attorney as to form. b. Prepare Controller instructions and make any necessary technical adjustments consistent with the Mayor and City Council actions related to this matter, subject to the approval of the CAO, and request the City Controller to implement these instructions. Fiscal Impact Statement: The CAO reports that funding for the proposed contract for Fiscal Year 2026-27 is subject to Mayor and City Council approval through the budget deliberation process and other actions. The City’s financial obligation will be limited to funds appropriated for this purpose. There is no additional impact to the General Fund. Financial Policies Statement: The CAO reports that the recommendations in its report comply with the City’s Financial Policies in that appropriations will be limited to the available funds.