Distribution of District Funding

Property taxes paid by District residents are used only for repayment of general obligation bonds, certain capital expenditures within the geographic boundaries of the El Camino Healthcare District, community benefit grants and sponsorships benefitting the El Camino Healthcare District and administrative expenses incurred by the District.

An annual audit is published to provide financial transparency. Funding distribution information is also available online.

El Camino Healthcare District (ECHD) Structure

El Camino Healthcare District is the sole corporate member of the El Camino Hospital Corporation. There are four (4) entities affiliated with El Camino Hospital: El Camino Hospital Foundation, CONCERN: Employee Assistance Program, Silicon Valley Medical Development, LLC, and El Camino Surgery Center, LLC. El Camino Hospital operates the hospital campuses.

Audit and Service Review Information FAQ

Q. Why was the service review conducted of the El Camino Hospital District?

A service review is a standard review conducted every five years to better understand the public service structure, ensure that health services are being efficiently and effectively provided in the District and also affirm that the District is still carrying out its purpose.

Q. Why was the audit conducted of the El Camino Hospital District?

Contact the El Camino Healthcare District (ECHD) Board of Directors

The agenda for each regular meeting of the El Camino Healthcare District (ECHD) Board of Directors includes an item for public communication. During this time, an opportunity is provided for persons in the audience to make a brief statement to the ECHD Board, not to exceed three minutes, on issues or concerns within the jurisdiction of the ECHD Board but not otherwise covered by the agenda.

The ECHD Board also accepts written correspondence, which should be addressed to:

El Camino Healthcare District (ECHD) Mission

The mission of the District shall be to establish, maintain and operate, or provide assistance in the operation of one or more health facilities (as that term is defined in the California Health and Safety Code Section 1250) or health services at any location within or without the territorial limits of the District, for the benefit of the District and the people served by the District, and to undertake any and all other acts necessary to carry out the provisions of the District’s Bylaws and the Local Health Care District Law.

Governance Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the role of the El Camino Healthcare District Board of Directors?

A: The role of the publicly elected El Camino Healthcare District (ECHD or District) Board of Directors is to oversee the assets of the ECHD, including El Camino Hospital. The ECHD Board is responsible for ensuring the District’s mission is accomplished and for providing public oversight of the District’s business affairs.

Q: What role does the District Board have in hospital operations?

El Camino Healthcare District (ECHD) Role

The ECHD is organized and operates pursuant to state law like every other public agency. It is governed by a five member Board of Directors who stand for election every four years and must reside in the District.

The ECHD Board is responsible for ensuring the District’s mission is accomplished and for providing public oversight of District’s business affairs.

Web Site Privacy Policy

Position: Board Member

Industry Sector: Healthcare

Organization Name: El Camino Health

Type: NFP, $1.19B annual revenue, 3,626 employees

Location: Mountain View, CA

Audit and Service Review Information

These resources provide information related to the Audit and Service Review of the El Camino Hospital District, which was prepared for the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCo) of Santa Clara County.