1. (a) Preference given to the use of privately operated agencies does not mean that counties shall be required to financially assist a given party with the development or the operation of an alcohol program or service, although the county may, at its option, provide such assistance.
2. (b) Prior to developing new county-operated programs, counties shall justify in the narrative section of the plan that no privately operated agency or service of comparable quality or cost is available.

Note: Authority cited: Section 11836, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section 11812(b), Health and Safety Code.

History

1. Repealer of Article 4 (Sections 9668 and 9670) and renumbering and amendment of former Article 5 (Sections 9680-9694, not consecutive) to Article 4 (Sections 9416-9420, not consecutive) filed 8-17-83; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 83, No. 34).