Tumwater committee moves amended opioid-abatement interlocal agreement to council consent calendar

Kelly Adams presented an amended and restated interlocal agreement for the opioid abatement council independent subcommittee, describing the governance structure and the local funding timeline. Adams said the city has received $365,000 to date, expects about $50,000 in 2026 and about $46,000 in 2027, and estimated total receipts at roughly $469,000, while noting future settlement amounts are uncertain.

Adams said the council previously agreed to pursue pulling 100% of the funds to support a regional infrastructure investment and recommended placing the amended ILA on the March 17 consent calendar with authority for the mayor to sign. She said county staff have been asked to draft a request for proposals for eligible projects, and that the city will bring a budget amendment to authorize spending once the governance and RFP steps are complete.

A motion to place the amended and restated ILA on the March 17 city council consent calendar was made, seconded and approved by voice vote. If approved by council, staff said county RFPs and a future budget amendment will follow.