Description
Title: MOTION TO APPROVE AN EXPENDITURE PLAN FOR OPIOID SETTLEMENT FUNDS FOR 2026-2027
Summary
The City of Delray Beach is focusing on the strategic use of funds from opioid litigation settlements to address the impacts of the opioid epidemic, which has significantly affected the community. The City Commission is urged to approve an expenditure plan for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, guided by recommendations from the Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee (OSAC). Key expenditure options include funding for a Mobile Integrated Health unit, workforce assistance, and affordable housing grants, aimed at preventing opioid misuse and supporting recovery initiatives. The legislation aims to ensure that the settlement funds are used effectively for treatment, prevention, and recovery support, thereby enhancing public health and safety. The OSAC has recommended utilizing available funds to establish programs that bridge emergency response and long-term recovery, reflecting a