36-190. Participation of incorporated cities
and towns in health services
The legally appointed director of any county health department shall provide equal
public health services to all residents of the county including residents of incorporated
cities and towns and as consistent with any grant requirements. The county may spend
monies for public health services to address a specific public health need that is unique
to a particular area or condition. Any city or town may provide services to its residents
beyond the county's basic level of service and may use any combination of internal
municipal departments or any other provider, including an intergovernmental agreement
with a county for the provision of those services.
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