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DIR-2025-DD8E40Staff direction detail
Council approved DIRECTION TO INCLUDE EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION REQUIREMENT IN SOCIAL SERVICES AGREEMENTS FOR THE OCTOBER 1, 2025 – SEPTEMBER 30, 2028 TERM [L. MEISTER, Y. QUARKER, A. LOVANO, J. DEL TORO] - Direct staff to work with the City Attorney’s office to develop and, as feasible, include language in all Agreements for Services with social services providers for a three-year term covering the period from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2028 to require, at the request of the City, contracted agencies coordinate and assist in emergency communications — such as evacuation notices or public safety alerts — with their West Hollywood clients. The City Council will consider directing staff to develop and, as feasible, include language in all Agreements for Services with social services providers for the upcoming new three-year contract term from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2028 to require contracted agencies, at the request of the City, to coordinate and assist in emergency communications — such as evacuation notices or public safety alerts — with their West Hollywood clients. RECOMMENDATION: Direct staff to work with the City Attorney’s office to develop and, as feasible, include
This proposal mandates that social service providers in West Hollywood include emergency communication requirements in their contracts from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2028. This ensures that during emergencies, such as evacuations or public safety alerts, these agencies will assist in communicating vital information to their clients, enhancing community safety and preparedness.
For West Hollywood residents, this means that if you receive services from local social service providers, you can expect better communication during emergencies. This could include timely alerts about evacuations or safety measures, potentially improving your safety and response time in critical situations.
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