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Board refers $486.14 request to install safe needle disposal boxes in city parks
Summary
The Douglas County Health and Human Services Board approved and referred a $486.14 opioid‑settlement request to equip 14 park restrooms with safe needle disposal boxes, with the city to manage emptying; the item was sent to the Administration Committee.
At its May 14, 2026 meeting the Douglas County Health and Human Services Board approved and referred to the Administration Committee a $486.14 request, from opioid‑settlement funds, to equip 14 city park restrooms with safe needle disposal boxes. The motion was moved by Dennis Cummings, seconded by June Farkas, and carried unanimously.
Board records state the city’s Parks and Recreation department requested the boxes after needles were found around parks; the city would be responsible for emptying and maintaining the boxes. The board referred the item to the Administration Committee for further review and implementation details before any county expenditure.
The referral is intended to allow Administration Committee staff to coordinate procurement, placement, and operational responsibilities with city staff.
