Long Beach
City Council
12. 26-56088 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all necessary
documents and any subsequent amendments, including to the award amount or
terms, with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) to accept and
expend funds in the amount of $800,000, to participate in the California Perinatal
Equity Initiative (PEI) program, which expands Black Infant Health (BIH) services
through culturally responsive, community-based interventions for a period of two
years, beginning July 1, 2026, with the option to renew for one additional one-year
period, at the discretion of the City Manager; and
Increase appropriations in the Health Fund Group in the Health and Human
Services Department by $800,000, offset by grant revenue. (Citywide)
Office or Department: Health and Human Services
Suggested Action: Approve recommendation.