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Marion County accepts $2.94 million OHA grant for Behavioral Health Crisis Center renovations
Summary
The board unanimously approved an incoming grant agreement with the Oregon Health Authority for $2,937,125 to support renovations at the Marion County Behavioral Health Crisis Center, with staff saying the center is scheduled to open later in 2025 and will provide mental health and substance-use services.
The Marion County Board of Commissioners on May 14 approved an incoming-funds grant agreement with the Oregon Health Authority for $2,937,125 to support capital renovations at the Marion County Behavioral Health Crisis Center.
Ryan Matthews presented the grant and said the state’s solicitation targeted shovel-ready projects to expand residential bed capacity; Marion County applied for funds to renovate a recently purchased crisis center and was awarded roughly $2.9 million. He said OHA reviewed architectural renderings to ensure project eligibility and that renovations are underway.
Board members discussed transportation links between the crisis center and nearby Salem Health and noted that the county’s intent is to divert individuals away from hospital emergency departments when appropriate. Commissioners also expressed concern that government funding timelines can be challenging for smaller jurisdictions and discussed the need for state processes that allow counties to begin work more quickly when needed.
Commissioner Kevin Cameron moved to approve the incoming grant agreement; Commissioner Colm Willis seconded the motion and a voice vote was unanimous.
