Petaluma Health Care District Awarded Transparency Certificate of Excellence
PETALUMA, Calif., Feb. 6, 2023 — The Petaluma Health Care District received the District Transparency Certificate of Excellence by the Special District Leadership Foundation (SDLF) in recognition of its outstanding efforts to promote transparency and good governance.
“This award is a testament to the Petaluma Health Care District’s commitment to open government,” said, Ramona Faith, CEO of the Petaluma Health Care District. “Our staff and Board of Directors are to be commended for their contributions that empower the public with information and facilitate engagement and oversight. As a community owned and operated public agency, we proudly uphold high standards for organizational integrity that reflect the values and character of the community we serve.”
SDLF is an independent, non-profit organization formed to promote good governance and best practices among California’s special districts through certification, accreditation, and other recognition programs. To receive the award, the Petaluma Health Care District demonstrated the completion of essential governance transparency requirements, including conducting ethics training for all board members, properly conducting open and public meetings, and filing financial transactions and compensation reports to the State Controller in a timely manner.
Special districts are independent public agencies that deliver core local services to communities, such as utility, wastewater treatment, fire protection, parks and recreation, healthcare, sanitation, mosquito abatement, ports, libraries, public cemeteries and more. District boards are approved by voters to meet specific needs through focused service. With a five-member board, as well as administrative and community health programming staff, the Petaluma Health Care District has sought to improve the health and wellness of southern Sonoma County residents through various initiatives, increased access to local health care, strong community partnerships and ongoing advocacy for all residents. To keep up with district programs, events and announcements, follow the District on Facebook and sign up for its monthly newsletter.
About Petaluma Health Care District
PHCD is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the southern Sonoma County community through leadership, advocacy, support, partnerships and education. Its vision is to foster a healthier community and equitable access to comprehensive health and wellness services. PHCD, a public agency managed by the community for the community, has served southern Sonoma County’s health and wellness needs for more than 75 years.
