TO: Chair and Housing Authority Commissioners
THROUGH: Krishna Namburi, Executive Director
FROM: Nicole Utz, Director of Housing
SUBJECT:
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Agreement between the City of Salem and Salem Housing Authority for Opioid Settlement Funds to be administered for the purpose of opioid remediation at Redwood Crossings.
Ward(s): All Wards
Commissioners(s): All Commissioners
Neighborhood(s): All Neighborhoods
Result Area(s): Safe and Healthy Community; Welcome and Livable Neighborhoods
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SUMMARY:
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The City of Salem has received $250,000 for fiscal year 2022-2023 in Opioid Settlement Funds that shall be administered by Salem Housing Authority for Opioid Remediation Uses by supporting people in treatment and recovery through a pilot Shelter Recovery Program at Redwood Crossings.
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ISSUE:
Shall Salem Housing Authority Board of Commissioner authorize the Executive Director to execute the agreement between the City of Salem and Housing Authority of the City of Salem for the receipt and administration of Opioid Settlement Funds for opioid remediation uses.
RECOMMENDATION:
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Authorize the Executive Director to execute the agreement between the City of Salem and Housing Authority of the City of Salem for the receipt and administration of Opioid Settlement Funds for opioid remediation uses.
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FACTS AND FINDINGS:
The City of Salem has received $250,000 for fiscal year 2022-2023 in Opioid Settlement Funds to be used for supporting people in treatment and recovery by providing comprehensive wrap-around services to individuals with Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and any co-occurring Substance Use Disorder/Mental Health (SUD/MH) conditions, including housing, transportation, education, job placement, job training, or childcare. Support to include supportive housing, housing assistance programs, along with training and development of procedures for staff to appropriately interact and provide social and other services to individuals with or in recovery from OUD.
The City of Salem shall reimburse Salem Housing Authority up to the grant amount upon receipt of reimbursement requests documenting the use of funds on a quarterly basis.
BACKGROUND:
In 2021, nationwide settlements were reached through various lawsuits against major pharmaceutical distributors and manufacturers, which have been aggressive in their marketing practices contributing to the opioid epidemic. The opioid settlement funds are a significant resource aimed at addressing the opioid crisis in the United States.
Opioid Settlement Funds are allocated to state and local governments for opioid remediation and future remediation. The distribution of these funds is subject to restrictions, ensuring that the money is used to help those affected by the opioid epidemic.
Nicole Utz
Director of Housing
Attachments:
1. SHA Grant Agreement - Opioid Settlement RWC 2026