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Harrison County delays decision on $306,158 opioid settlement distribution
Summary
The Harrison County Commission reviewed options for distributing $306,158.10 in opioid settlement funds, discussed prior recipients and program performance, and voted to defer a final allocation decision to the first December meeting and solicit applications.
The Harrison County Commission on Monday reviewed proposals for distributing $306,158.10 in opioid settlement funds and agreed to delay allocations until its first meeting in December.
Commissioners discussed several prior recipients, including Phoenix Recovery House and programs serving children and families, with Commissioner 10 identifying Phoenix as a priority for continued funding. Commissioners cited program reports showing remaining balances with some providers and debated whether to invite new applications or allocate funds directly.
After a discussion that included a review of past spending and balance reports, the commission voted to hold the matter open and direct staff to publish an application notice with a December deadline. The motion carried unanimously at the meeting.
Next steps: staff will post application instructions and bring recommended awards back to the commission at the first December meeting.
