Opioid Steering Committee Meeting 6/18/2026

The Genesee County Opioid Steering Committee met on June 18, 2026, to discuss the allocation and management of opioid settlement funds totaling approximately $7.2 million. Key procurement-related topics included the review of RFP proposals for opioid-related services, the importance of aligning funding priorities with community needs, and the committee's role in recommending funding allocations to the Board of Commissioners. The committee also discussed the recent approval by the Board of Commissioners for the purchase and pilot implementation of a $158,000 overdose detection device for the county jail, with an annual data management cost of $107,000. This purchase bypassed the RFP process due to its emergency nature but will require future contract approvals. Additionally, the committee emphasized the need for ongoing data collection, monitoring, and reporting requirements for funded programs, with monthly billing submissions required for fiscal oversight. The meeting highlighted the committee's intent to prioritize timely access to care, outreach, and building on existing assets while avoiding duplication of services in future RFPs.