City seeks funding boost for vital drug and alcohol services

During a recent government meeting, officials discussed the submission of applications for city alcohol funds aimed at supporting both adult and juvenile services. The adult services program is seeking $24,750 for 2025, an increase from the $23,500 received in 2024. The funds will be allocated for random drug and alcohol testing, evaluations, counseling, transportation to treatment, and staff training. Since 2011, these funds have been crucial for maintaining essential services, and the approval motion was unanimously supported by the attendees.

In addition, the juvenile services program is requesting $5,750 for the upcoming year, up from $4,300 in 2024. This funding will primarily support drug testing and educational classes as part of their youth intervention program. The motion to approve this application was also seconded and passed without opposition.

Both applications will be submitted to the City of Manhattan for funding consideration, reflecting the ongoing commitment to addressing substance use issues within the community.