County 'RX Kids' program coming to Albion; city staff to present enrollment info July 6

City staff announced that the countywide RX Kids program will be available to Albion residents and that staff will present full program details at the council’s July 6 meeting.

Staff said registration opens July 1 and described the program as providing $1,500 upfront to expectant families and subsequent monthly support during the infant period (staff reported $500 per month as the amount discussed at the county kickoff). The program was described as already in use in other communities, where presenters said infant-mortality and child-welfare indicators improved after program adoption.

Staff said local outreach materials have already been distributed to community partners and medical providers and that a staff presentation to council is scheduled for the July 6 meeting so residents can learn how to apply.

What happens next: staff will present program enrollment details at the July 6 council meeting and provide materials on how eligible Albion residents can register starting July 1.