Description
Title: To approve of the City’s participation in the proposed settlement of opioid-related claims against Associated Pharmacies, Inc. (and American Associated Pharmacies), J M Smith Corporation, Louisiana Wholesale Drug Company, Inc., Morris and Dickson Co., North Carolina Mutual Wholesale Drug Company, Inc., and United Natural Foods, Inc. (including its subsidiaries SuperValu and Advantage Logistics), and their related corporate entities, and to direct the City Attorney to execute the documents necessary to effectuate the City’s participation in the settlements, including the required release of cl
Summary
On April 27, 2026, the City of Richmond introduced Resolution No. 2026-R018, which aims to approve the City's participation in a settlement of opioid-related claims against several distributors and manufacturers, including Associated Pharmacies, J M Smith Corporation, and United Natural Foods, among others. This legislation is a response to the opioid epidemic's significant impact on the city's emergency services and public health, resulting in substantial costs to taxpayers. The settlement seeks financial recovery for public funds already spent and future costs related to addressing opioid-related issues. By participating, Richmond aims to secure a portion of the settlement funds, which will be allocated through the Virginia Opioid Abatement Fund. The City Attorney supports this action, highlighting its legal and fiscal importance