# Mental Health Board 4324 260917 1

This meeting of the Mental Health Court Advisory Board, held on September 17, 2026, primarily focused on operational updates and contract performance issues related to the drug testing services provider, Abber Health. Board members discussed concerns about the accuracy and reliability of drug test results, the lack of male screeners as required by contract, and the financial burden on participants for confirmatory testing. The contract with Abber Health, which covers multiple specialty courts and probation services in the county, is set to expire in June of the following year. The board considered the possibility of pursuing alternative vendors and emphasized the need for a contingency plan. They also discussed the procedural steps for addressing potential contract breaches, including involving the law director's office and possibly holding an informal meeting with Abber Health and probation representatives to discuss issues and potential remedies. No formal votes on contract actions were recorded, but the board agreed to continue monitoring the situation and to arrange further discussions with the vendor and stakeholders.

**Industries:** Public Safety, Professional Services
**Topics:** Contracting Vehicles, Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 18, 2026