Okaloosa County
Implementation Plans
FY 2024-2025 Plan
Okaloosa County has received a total of $432,006.21 from opioid settlement funds over two years, with disbursements of $135,419.69 in the first year and $296,586.52 in the second year. As of August 28, 2024, the county has not yet developed an implementation plan for the use of these funds. The delay in planning is attributed to the focus on developing expenditure plans for the CORE Network and Regional Abatement Funds, which were time-sensitive due to the fiscal year deadlines. The county is considering using the settlement funds for a Fixed Capital Outlay project that aligns with approved strategies and uses, and is also looking into funding successful programs that have been supported by Regional Abatement and CORE Network Funds.
Okaloosa County aims to develop an implementation plan by July 1, 2025, that will include the expenditure of funds received in the first two years, as well as the disbursement expected in the third year. This summary captures the key points of the original text, including the amount of settlement funds received, the current status of the implementation plan, the reasons for the delay, and the county’s future intentions. It condenses the essential information into a concise format, making it easier to understand the situation without losing the context or the details necessary for comprehension. The justification for this approach is to provide a clear and straightforward overview of the situation, highlighting the financial aspects, the challenges faced, and the county’s plans, which are the core elements of the original text.
FY 2025-2026 Plan
A FY 2025-2026 implementation plan is not currently on file. However, this does not indicate a lack of participation in the opioid settlement process, as counties may be engaged in planning or implementation activities not yet formally documented. Additionally, cities, towns and/or municipalities within the county may have active plans on file.