Louisa County signs agreement to fund ASAM 3.7 opioid services with Community and Family Resources

Louisa County approved an agreement with Community and Family Resources to establish funding for ASAM level 3.7 services using opioid-settlement money. Speaker 1 introduced the item as tied to opioid settlement funds and Speaker 3 moved to sign the agreement; Speaker 1 seconded and the motion passed on a voice vote.

Board members discussed eligible uses and limits for the funds. Speaker 5 confirmed the settlement funds are restricted to opioid-related services and said, "It couldn't contain the alcohol" when members asked whether the money could fund alcohol treatment. Speaker 3 and others suggested the funds could support items such as Narcan and protective supplies in county facilities if those uses meet the opioid-related guidelines.

Speaker 1 asked about the duration and cap of the award; staff indicated the agreement is on a yearly basis and Speaker 1 noted a cap of $5,500. The board voted in favor with no recorded opposition. The motion did not include changes to the county's general fund and was presented as a designated use of settlement proceeds.