Summary
Wayne County is using national opioid settlement funds to launch a 24/7 paramedic-led response team to tackle the rising tide of drug overdoses and connect struggling residents with treatment.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
Fully funded by opioid settlement revenues with no direct county tax dollars required.
Individuals battling opioid addiction and their families in Wayne County.
Other applicant organizations not selected for funding in this allocation cycle.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Commissioners - Aug 4, 2026
The county approved distributing $342,886 in opioid settlement funds to the Day Reporting Center and Hope Restorations. Commissioner Foster questioned why other groups like Cry Freedom Missions were excluded and asked for better spending data.
Board of Commissioners - Apr 21, 2026
Wayne County is using national opioid settlement funds to launch a 24/7 paramedic-led response team to tackle the rising tide of drug overdoses and connect struggling residents with treatment.
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