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County leaders warn of budget uncertainty while new diversion, restoration and navigation efforts advance
Summary
Humboldt County Behavioral Health staff reported on an array of operational issues: potential state and federal budget cuts, a state hospital/diversion grant to expand local diversion and community‑based restoration, an ongoing navigation center negotiation and recent CIT training and workforce efforts.
Humboldt County Behavioral Health Director Andy Boxer Rogers briefed the board on budget uncertainties and several program developments, saying the department is monitoring state and federal fiscal changes that could affect service levels.
“We are watching everything that’s happening,” the director said, noting the state May revise and possible federal changes later in the year. He said the department is preparing for potential reductions and exploring ways to continue services with fewer resources.
The board heard that the county has successfully applied for state funding to expand diversion and community‑based restoration programs. Deputy directors and program staff described a forthcoming state hospital diversion…
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