City Council Hearing: FY2027 MORP/MOOR; May 27, 2026

The City Council hearing held on May 27, 2026, by the CharmTV Citizens' Hub focused on the FY2027 budget for the Mayor's Office of Recovery Programs (MORP) and the Mayor's Office of Opioid Restitution (BC Moore). The meeting included detailed presentations on the expenditure and obligation status of ARPA funds, with 90% of the funds spent and $59.6 million remaining to be spent by the upcoming deadline. Discussions covered capital improvement projects, such as recreation centers, affordable housing, and public Wi-Fi, as well as grant management and technical assistance to city agencies. The opioid restitution fund budget was also reviewed, highlighting allocations for grants to community organizations and named programs, with a total of approximately $136 million allocated or obligated. The offices emphasized strong fiscal oversight, performance metrics, and strategic alignment with public health goals, including expanded behavioral health diversion and harm reduction initiatives. Council members raised questions about funding continuity, targeted support for high-risk neighborhoods, and the need for ongoing investment in crisis response and prevention programs. The meeting concluded with commitments to transparency, community engagement, and continued collaboration across city agencies to address the overdose crisis and recovery efforts.