The fire chief is requesting the renewal of the city's interlocal agreement with Dr. Chichi Junda Woo to serve as the local health authority. The current agreement expires on May 26, 2022. Renewing the agreement would ensure the city has medical authority and support during a natural or man-made disaster.

1. FIRE DEPARTMENT
Presented by:
Michael Gdovin
Fire Chief
RENEWAL OF LOCAL HEALTH AUTHORITY
ITEM # 7
APRIL 11, 2022

2. SUMMARY
 In an effort to have prompt medical authority in the
event of a natural or man-made disaster, the City
of Alamo Heights has entered into an Interlocal
agreement with Dr. Chichi Junda Woo.
 The Interlocal agreement began on 05-26-2020,
and terminates on 05-26-2022

3. BACKGROUND
 Ensures the City has the resources and support
necessary to control events of a man-made or
naturally occurring disaster
 Allows Dr. Woo to impose area or widespread
quarantine in the event of a biological, nuclear,
natural or other manmade disaster

4. POLICY ANALYSIS
 A Resolution renewing this interlocal agreement is
consistent with prior actions by the City of Alamo
Heights and pursuant to Health and Safety Code
Chapter 121
 Maintains local control and faster resource response
 Consistent with other municipalities in Bexar County

5. FISCAL IMPACT
 No fiscal impact unless Dr. Woo’s services are
used in accordance with the Local government
Code, Chapter 791.011(c) in conjunction with a
large scale event
 Becomes effective upon signature by the Mayor