SUBJECT
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A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application to the Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council (OAFC) for the Community-Based Opioid Recovery Efforts (CORE) Grant Program in the amount of $48,742.00, with no match for the City of Laredo Detoxification Department (ROOTS Recovery Center) for the term period of one (1) year effective upon receipt of award funding, and further authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents resulting from the award of this grant. Any funding as a result of this application will be appropriated in the Detoxification Department Fund - CORE Grant.
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VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating:
☑ Strong - Directly supports or fulfills a clearly stated and verbatim goal or policy from the Viva Laredo Comprehensive Plan
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies):
Policy 7.2.1
Text (verbatim):
“Support programs and services for prevention and treatment of substance abuse, including rehabilitation services.”
Source: Viva Laredo City of Laredo Comprehensive Plan, Page 7.22
Relevance:
The agenda item authorizes a grant application for opioid recovery services at the ROOTS Recovery Center. This directly aligns with Policy 7.2.1, which calls for support of programs that provide substance abuse treatment and rehabilitation services.
Goal 7.2
Text (verbatim):
“Ensure access to health care services, including behavioral health and substance abuse services, for all residents.”
Source: Viva Laredo City of Laredo Comprehensive Plan, Page 7.22
Relevance:
The grant application enhances access to behavioral health services by funding treatment at the Detoxification Department, consistent with the overarching intent of Goal 7.2.
Summary of alignment:
The proposed grant application for $48,742.00 through the Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council CORE Grant program directly supports Viva Laredo's policies promoting substance abuse treatment and rehabilitation. By seeking funding for the ROOTS Recovery Center, this action implements both Policy 7.2.1 and Goal 7.2, which emphasize support for and access to behavioral and addiction recovery services. These efforts align with broader themes of public health, equity, and access to care-central to the plan’s vision of a healthy and inclusive Laredo.
Given this direct support of stated policies, the alignment is categorized as Strong.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
N/A
BACKGROUND
City of Laredo, ROOTS Recovery Center, in Laredo, Texas specializes in treating individuals 18 years of age and older with addiction and complex co-occurring disorders. Our skilled multidisciplinary team of medical, psychiatric, psychological, mental health, and substance use professionals provide comprehensive care paving the road towards recovery. Office space in our facility is limited, therefore having a portable telehealth and caseworker station would allow our team to be more effective and efficient in meeting patient needs.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
N/A
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
recommendation
Staff recommends approval.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: FY 2025
Budgeted Y/N?: N
Source of Funds: Opioid Abatement Fund Council
Account #: N/A
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
No financial impact to apply. If awarded there is no match requirement.