Oppose county cuts to healthcare for undocumented adults

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In Plain English

Contra Costa County plans to cut primary care and health services for undocumented adults. The city has no direct role in providing these services but wants to formally oppose the cuts. If approved, Richmond joins other cities asking the county to maintain current healthcare access.

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Votes

To adopt Resolution No. 21-09

Moved by: Councilmember ViramontesSeconded by: Vice Mayor Lopez
Passed

7 to 0

Tom ButtAye
Jeff RittermanAye
Gayle McLaughlinAye
Nat BatesAye
Maria T. ViramontesAye
Harpreet Sandhu RogersAye
LopezAye

Why This Vote Matters

Richmond's city council unanimously approved a resolution opposing Contra Costa County's planned cuts to primary care and health services for undocumented adults. While the city doesn't directly provide these healthcare services, the resolution formally asks the county to maintain current access levels. Richmond joins other cities in the county taking this position. The vote was 7-0, with all council members supporting the opposition to the proposed cuts.

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Community Discussion

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