Advisory Board: Los Medanos Health Advisory Committee
Subject: RECEIVE LMHAC Conflict of Interest Form & Policy 2026 Information
Presenter: Denise Milosevich and Erica McWhorter
Contact: Denise.Milosevich@cchealth.org
Information:
As a committee member of the LMHAC, the Conflict-of-Interest form and policy ensures that personal, professional, or financial interests do not influence-or appear to influence-the committee’s objective decision-making process. It applies to all seated members and covers any situation where your judgment could be affected by ties to an applicant or service provider. This policy is in accordance with the Contra Costa County Advisory Body Handbook, LMHAC members must adhere to these standards:
● Resolution 2002/376: All Board appointees must conduct public business to avoid even the appearance of a conflict of interest.
● Political Reform Act of 1974: Public officials must perform their duties in an impartial manner, free from bias caused by their own financial interests or those of their supporters.
● The Brown Act & Better Government Ordinance (BGO): All deliberations regarding public funds must be conducted in open, public meetings to ensure total transparency.
Defining a Conflict of Interest
A conflict exists when your private interests, or those of a family member or employer, interfere with your service to the LMHAC. Specific conflicts include:
Grant Funding: Serving as a staff member, board member, consultant, or significant donor for any nonprofit or clinic that applies for or receives LMHA grant funding.
Employment: Having a vested interest in a city, county, or nonprofit employer that is affected by LMHAC recommendations.
Gifts: Accepting any gift or favor from a potential or current grantee that exceeds the minimal value defined by the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC).
Recusal Requirement
If you have an actual or perceived conflict of interest regarding an agenda item
(such as a specific grant application), you must follow the Recusal Procedure:
Identify the Conflict: Publicly state the nature of interest during the meeting for the official record.
No Participation: You are prohibited from reviewing, scoring, voting, or participating in any discussion regarding that entity.
Leave the Room: You must physically leave the room during the discussion and vote. You will not be counted toward a quorum for that specific item.
Filing Requirements
Annual Filing: You must submit this statement upon appointment and every year by January 31st.
Ongoing Updates: You must submit a revised form within 30 days if your affiliations or potential conflicts change during the year.