City of Gainesville
Implementation Plans
FY 2023-2024 Plan
The City of Gainesville has developed a detailed plan for the allocation and utilization of opioid settlement funds for the State Fiscal Year 2024, adhering to the requirements of Schedules A and B of the opioid settlement agreement. The plan focuses on specific areas including the provision of Naloxone to reverse opioid overdoses, addressing the needs of criminal-justice-involved persons through educational workshops, and preventing opioid misuse by enhancing surveillance capabilities of the police department’s Drug Task Force Team. A total of $32,955.80 from the settlement funds has been allocated for these purposes, with $2,974.80 dedicated to Naloxone distribution and training, $4,574.00 for educational workshops, and $25,407 for the purchase of a monitoring and surveillance system.
The implementation timeline indicates that most activities, including the purchase of Naloxone, contracting with a community-based organization for educational workshops, and acquiring a security system, are scheduled for the third and fourth quarters of 2024. There are no activities reported for the first and second quarters. To ensure the effectiveness of the funded programs, regular monitoring and evaluation will be conducted, with reports submitted to the appropriate oversight committee detailing progress, outcomes, and expenditures. This structured approach aims to ensure transparency and accountability in the use of the settlement funds.
The summary underscores the City of Gainesville’s comprehensive and strategic approach to utilizing the opioid settlement funds. By focusing on both prevention and recovery, and supporting law enforcement efforts, the plan aims to significantly reduce the impact of the opioid crisis in the community. This multi-faceted approach, targeting secondary and tertiary levels of prevention, is expected to enhance the city’s efforts in combating the opioid epidemic.
In summary, the City of Gainesville’s plan for the opioid settlement funds demonstrates a thoughtful and targeted approach to addressing the opioid crisis. By allocating funds to critical areas such as overdose reversal, educational outreach for affected individuals, and law enforcement support, the city aims to make a significant impact on reducing the effects of the opioid epidemic. The implementation plan, with its clear timeline and commitment to monitoring and evaluation, reflects a strategic effort to utilize these funds effectively and responsibly.
FY 2024-2025 Plan
The City of Gainesville has developed a detailed plan for the allocation and utilization of opioid settlement funds for the State Fiscal Year 2025, adhering to the requirements of Schedules A and B of the opioid settlement agreement. The plan prioritizes areas such as Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) distribution, support for individuals in treatment and recovery, addressing the needs of criminal-justice-involved persons, leadership and coordination, and training. A total of $259,810.21 in settlement funds will be distributed, with $167,000 allocated under Schedule A for core strategies and $49,280 under Schedule B for approved uses, summing up to a total expenditure of $216,280 for the fiscal year.
The implementation timeline spans from Q1 to Q4 of 2024, beginning with the continuation of the MAT Program and the onboarding of a 50% Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) Program Coordinator. The plan includes funding for transportation for patients in the Community Resource Paramedicine Program, contractual services for educational workshops for incarcerated individuals, and various training and public awareness initiatives. Notably, the plan supports ongoing mental health trainings, a Trauma-Informed Symposium, and staff attendance at the RX Summit to enhance substance use prevention knowledge. Monitoring and evaluation processes are integral to the plan, ensuring the effectiveness of the funded programs through regular reports to the oversight committee. These reports will detail progress, outcomes, and any necessary adjustments to the implementation plan, ensuring accountability and the achievement of desired outcomes.
In conclusion, Gainesville’s implementation plan for the opioid settlement funds is comprehensive, targeting prevention, treatment, recovery, and public awareness to mitigate the impact of the opioid crisis. By focusing on primary, secondary, and tertiary levels of prevention and making strategic investments in various areas, the city aims to significantly reduce the opioid crisis’s impact on the community. This plan represents a thoughtful and structured approach to addressing a complex public health challenge, leveraging settlement funds to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by the opioid epidemic.