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Yamhill County approves small cut to Behavioral Health Resource Network funding citing lower marijuana tax revenue
Summary
The board accepted an Oregon Health Authority amendment reducing Behavioral Health Resource Network (BURN) funding to $3,060,900 effective July 1, 2026, a $359,000 reduction officials attributed to lower marijuana tax revenue, not reduced service need.
The Yamhill County Board of Commissioners approved May 21 an amendment with the Oregon Health Authority that reduces Behavioral Health Resource Network funding to $3,060,900 effective July 1, 2026.
During the meeting the moderator explained the action reflects a $359,000 reduction tied to lower marijuana tax revenues, which decreased available state funding; the moderator emphasized this was a revenue change rather than an indicator of reduced behavioral-health demand.
The amendment was moved and approved with no recorded opposition. Board members did not request additional conditions or detailed fiscal exhibits during the discussion on the record. Staff will implement the contract amendment and provide routine fiscal reporting as required.
