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Select Board directs $7,023 opioid-settlement funds toward local programs
Summary
The Select Board discussed how to spend $7,023 from the national opioid settlement and approved a motion (with amendment) to allocate the funds to local entities, prioritizing Johnson residents when feasible.
Town staff presented the budget status report and pointed out the town had received $7,023 from the national opioid settlement. Rosemary summarized options and reminded the board they would need to expend the funds "shortly." The board discussed possible recipients and whether the funds should be divided between local treatment providers and schools.
A motion was made and amended that, where possible, funds be spent to benefit Johnson residents; the motion carried on a voice vote. Board members suggested talking to local service providers and the schools to ensure any awards or programming target residents. "It's not a lot of money, but we have to expend it shortly," Rosemary said.
Board members asked staff to follow up with recommended recipients and to return with a short list of vetted organizations and a plan for expenditure at the next meeting.
