In response to issues related to peri-natal exposure to alcohol and drugs, a collaboration was formed with California Department of Alcohol and Drugs programs, Developmental Services, Mental Health Department services, Health Services Department, and Social Service agencies. The collaboration was entitled Options for Recovery. The mission is to promote recovery of pregnant, postpartum, and parenting chemically dependent women and enhance the health of children. On June 2, 2016, the Employment and Human Services Department, Children and Family Services Bureau will provide Heritage Project foster parents and relative caregivers with intensive training, Provision of food and beverages during the training event is allowable under the Heritage Project funding and is consistent with County Administration Bulletin No. 614, paragraph IV B. "appropriated funds are not available to provide food and/or beverages to county employees or members of county committees." The contract between the County and the hotel for this event includes language that would require the County to assume liability for any injuries or damages caused by attendees at the event, including attorney’s fees.

County would not meet program training requirements.

Not applicable.

Corrected to Read: APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Employment and Human Services Director, or designee, to execute a contract with the Embassy Suites Hotels Walnut Creek, requiring the County’s assumption of liability for damages or injury, in an amount not to exceed $8,778  $9, 309 for the Heritage Protect Options for Recovery Program, Caregivers Retreat Training event scheduled for June 2, 2016.