HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution - 2003-R0140 - Resolution Supporting Medicaid Community-Based Programs At Current Funding - 04/10/2003Resolution No. 2003—RO140
April 10, 2003
Item No. 17
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS: People with disabilities are a valuable part of the community; and,
WHEREAS: Lubbock gains strength through inclusion and integration of people
with disabilities in our community; and
WHEREAS: The Supreme Court ruled in 1999 that States must provide services
to people with disabilities in the most integrated setting possible; NOW THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LUBBOCK:
SECTION 1. THAT the City Council of the City of Lubbock, Texas, hereby
supports Medicaid community-based programs at their current level of funding, so that
people with disabilities can continue to be active participants and contributors to the daily
life of this State's towns and cities.
SECTION 2. THAT the City of Lubbock confirms that people should be free
from being forced into nursing homes and other institutions because of the lack of
community-based programs.
Passed by the City Council on this 10th day
ATTEST:
Rebecca Garza, City Secretary
OVED AS TO CONTENT:
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ony Privett, Managing Director of Communication and Legislation
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
G. Vandiver, First Assistant City Attorney
Dd/res/Ccouncil.Resolution Disabled Funding
March 31, 2003