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Demorest votes to opt into national opioid settlement, authorizes mayor to sign
Summary
The council unanimously voted to opt the city into the opioid settlement and authorized Mayor Jerry Harkness to execute the settlement documents.
Demorest, Ga. — The Demorest City Council on Aug. 5 voted unanimously to opt in to the opioid settlement and authorized Mayor Jerry Harkness to execute the settlement documents.
Councilman Shawn Allen moved to opt in and permit the mayor to execute the settlement document; Councilman Andrew Ferguson seconded the motion and the council approved it 4-0. The minutes record the action but include no further details about settlement shares, timelines or legal counsel commentary beyond the authorization to sign.
Staff follow-up will be required to finalize execution and to track any settlement funds or reporting obligations that result from the city’s participation.
