VOTERS APPROVE MEASURE X PAVING WAY FOR HAZEL HAWKINS HOSPITAL’S BRIGHT FUTURE | PR Newswire [Video]

, /PRNewswire/ — The San Benito Health Care District (the “District”) announced today that Measure X has received voter approval, authorizing the District to negotiate a lease-to-own agreement with a qualified healthcare provider. This historic vote paves the way for a revitalized Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital, ensuring its long-term stability and expanding healthcare access for the community.

“We are grateful to the residents of San Benito County for their support in securing a brighter future for our community’s hospital,” said Board President Jeri Hernandez. “With this vote, we can now proceed with negotiations and finalize an agreement with Insight to support a seamless transition and maintain high-quality care for our residents.”

The approval of Measure X allows the District to move forward with a sale or lease of its assets to a qualified buyer or partner. The result means that Hazel Hawkins, which has faced serious financial challenges since 2022, will benefit from a significant capital infusion, expansion of healthcare …