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County jail reports about 30% of inmates in MAT; CCBHC funding described as uncertain
Summary
Nicholas Lynch reported roughly 30% of the Cortland County jail population is in Medically Assisted Treatment; Chair Angela Romano said Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) arrangements are being handled by a Oneida program director and OASAS funding is "up in the air."
During community partner reports Nicholas Lynch, identified in the minutes as representing the county jail, said approximately 30% of the incarcerated population is participating in Medically Assisted Treatment (MAT). He noted that some people are in State prisons following strikes and possible facility closures and said the State compensates to a degree while local space needs remain.
Chair Angela Romano described the CCBHC arrangement as being handled by a Oneida program director and said that OASAS funding for the program is currently "up in the air." The minutes do not provide further budget figures or timelines; the subcommittee recorded these updates as partner reports for follow-up as needed.
