2021–2022

February 12, 2018
Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) Year Two (2021-2022)
Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) Year Two (2021-2022)

As we approach the end of the 2017–2022 Community Health Improvement Plan period, the committee concluded to reflect on the work achieved from July 2021 through June 2022. This is an opportunity to learn from current practice and plan for the upcoming 2023–2028 Community Health Assessment and Improvement Plan.


Agency News

Tulare County Selects New Public Health Officer

Tulare County Selects New Public Health Officer

On February 11, 2025, the Tulare County Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 to appoint Dr. Asma Tariq to the position of County Health Officer, effective May 4, 2025. Dr. Tariq fills the position that has been vacant since Dr. Karen Haught retired in 2023.

New Area Code, New Dialing Procedure

New Area Code, New Dialing Procedure

The California Public Utilities Commission is adding a new area code, 357, to the areas using the 559 area code. Starting February 26, 2025, local calls will require dialing 1 + area code + phone number (1 +10 digits). You can still dial just 3 digits for 911, 988, and other services like 211, 311, 411, 511, 611, 711, or 811 if available