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Alexander County joins supplemental opioid manufacturer settlements; funds restricted to abatement activities
Summary
The board authorized county officials to sign supplemental agreements adding generic opioid manufacturers to statewide settlements expected to generate roughly $23 million in additional state funds, with 85 percent passed to local governments; funds must be used for opioid abatement and remediation.
Alexander County commissioners on Sept. 8 approved a resolution authorizing the county to join supplemental agreements that add generic opioid manufacturers to existing statewide settlements and to permit county officials to execute related documents.
County Attorney Ben Falconberry told the board the supplemental agreements expand prior settlements; the additional manufacturer settlements are expected to generate about $23…
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