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Commissioners discuss using opioid-settlement funds to bolster prevention and youth programs
Summary
Commissioners reviewed Pine County Chemical Health Coalition preliminary budgeting for opioid-settlement funds, discussed raising annual allocations from about $50,000 toward $80,000 for prevention programs, and noted a $125,000 grant for Hinkley and a possible $100,000 JDAI grant.
Commissioners received an update from the Pine County Chemical Health Coalition and discussed preliminary budgeting for opioid-settlement funds. A county representative said settlement-derived funds are "dedicated money" currently being considered for prevention-focused programs, especially those aimed at youth. The group discussed increasing the preliminary budget from roughly $50,000 toward $80,000 for the coming year to expand prevention and education efforts.
Commissioners and staff noted several grant opportunities and resources: a $125,000 "Change the Outcome" grant targeted for Hinkley was mentioned (no county match required), and a JDAI grant of $100,000 was also cited as potentially guiding future programming decisions if additional grant funding arrives. Staff said some grant applications are pending and could be a "game changer" if awarded; commissioners encouraged coordination with health and human services and community partners.
