The resolution declares an emergency regarding the need to approve two modifications to Contract NFPHC-NUR-23-C-00039 between the Not-for-Profit Hospital Corporation (United Medical Center) and Aya Healthcare, Inc. These modifications are necessary to provide supplemental nursing staffing and authorize payment for services rendered. The Council previously approved the base contract for $6 million in December 2022 and an option year for $2.5 million in January 2024. Modification No. 2 seeks to increase the total amount for option year one by $3.2 million, while Modification No. 3 aims to partially exercise option year two for $1.2 million.

The resolution emphasizes the urgency of the situation, as the proposed modifications exceed the $1 million threshold requiring Council approval. Without this approval, Aya Healthcare, Inc. would be unable to receive payment for critical nursing services. The Council has determined that these circumstances warrant immediate action, allowing the resolution to be adopted after a single reading and taking effect immediately.