Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee Meeting Recording – 8/13/2026

The Hancock County Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee met on August 13, 2026, to review and finalize the Request for Proposals (RFP) and related grant application materials for the distribution of opioid settlement funds. The committee discussed clarifications and additions to the RFP document, including eligibility criteria, funding restrictions, reporting requirements, and evaluation metrics. They emphasized transparency and accountability in fund usage, debated the allowable indirect cost rates (settling on 10%), and considered the frequency and detail of reimbursement and progress reporting. The committee also addressed concerns about ensuring funds directly benefit individuals struggling with addiction rather than administrative overhead. They planned to finalize the grant materials and timeline for issuing the RFP in early September, aiming to award grants by the end of the year. No specific vendor selections or contract awards were made during this meeting, but the groundwork was laid for upcoming procurement and grant award activities related to opioid settlement funds.