Members ask whether $44 million in Prop 1 funds represents Merced County's unspent balance

Apr 23, 2026

Council members asked for clarification about a referenced $44 million in unspent funds; BHRS said the figure reflects Merced’s share of statewide unspent Prop 1 dollars, and that counties must spend allocations within three years or they may revert under BHSA rules.

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Council members sought clarity about a $44 million figure discussed during the BHSA presentation. Fernando asked whether the $44 million referred to money Merced County had not spent and whether that sum was now being transferred to BHSA.

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