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The memorandum provides a status report on the Opioid Settlement Funds, detailing the impact of the opioid crisis in California and specifically in Santa Clara County. It outlines the settlements reached with various opioid manufacturers and distributors, the allocation of funds to the City of San José, and the planned use of these funds for prevention, intervention, and education programs. The report highlights ongoing efforts to train staff, implement community awareness initiatives, and coordinate with various city departments and partners to address opioid-related issues.
Key points
Nearly 12,000 Californians died from drug overdoses last year, with significant opioid-related deaths in Santa Clara County.
San José has received $1,009,314.54 from opioid settlements and anticipates additional funds.
Settlement funds must be used for opioid prevention, intervention, harm reduction, treatment, and recovery services.
City departments are collaborating to enhance care for individuals with opioid use disorder and to implement innovative prevention activities.
Training on naloxone (Narcan) has been provided to staff, and naloxone dispensers will be available at the Airport.
The City Council has authorized expenditures from the San José Opioid Response Fund for staff training and community programs.
Challenges in implementing the opioid funds include funding requirements and resource allocation.
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COMMITTEE AGENDA: ITEM: TO: NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES AND EDUCATION COMMITTEE FROM: Aurelia Bailey SUBJECT: OPIOID SETTLEMENT FUNDS STATUS REPORT DATE: May 13, 2024 Approved Date 6/13/24 d(2) 6/6/24 RECOMMENDATION Accept the Opioid Settlement Funds status report. BACKGROUND Nearly 12,000 Californians died from drug overdoses last year 1. In Santa Clara County, in the last five years, there have been 798 related deaths to opioids and 549 involved fentanyl. In 2023, 158 opioid deaths were recorded and 106 occurred in San José. The crisis began two decades ago and was originally linked to prescription opioids and later to heroin. Fentanyl is produced both for pharmaceutical use as a pain reliever and for illicit use. Fentanyl is 50 times more powerful than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine. Public health experts warn of dangers posed by newer street drugs and the mixing of them with fentanyl and other substances. States and local public entities throughout the country, including the City of San José, brought lawsuits against manufacturers, distributors, and pharmacies responsible for contributing to the opioid epidemic. In 2021, opioid manufacturer Janssen and distributors...
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The Opioid Settlement Funds Status Report provides an overview of the opioid crisis in Santa Clara County and the City of San José, detailing overdose-related deaths and the city's involvement in opioid settlements. The report outlines the remediation strategy and planned activities funded by the settlement, including staff training, community awareness programs, and partnerships with local organizations. It also highlights the next steps for program oversight and upcoming events related to opioid awareness.
Key points
Santa Clara County reported 798 opioid-related deaths, with 549 involving fentanyl.
In 2023, San José had 158 opioid deaths, with 106 occurring in the city.
San José has received $1,009,314.54 from opioid settlements since 2023.
The City Manager’s Office is coordinating with various departments and the County of Santa Clara on opioid prevention and intervention efforts.
287 staff members have been trained on Naloxone.
The Opioid Overdose Prevention Grant Program has awarded four nonprofit partners.
SJPD has conducted 81 presentations reaching 3,350 participants and distributed 250 Naloxone kits.
Next steps include shifting program oversight from CMO to PRNS and planning for International Overdose Awareness Day on August 29, 2024.
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Opioid Settlement Funds Status Report Neighborhood Services and Education Committee June 13, 2024 Item (d) 2 Angel Rios, Deputy City Manager, CMO Aurelia Bailey, Assistant to the City Manager, CMO 1 Background Overdose related deaths • Santa Clara County 798 related deaths to opioids and 549 involved in fentanyl • In 2023,158 opioid deaths and 106 occurred in San José Opioid Settlements afdkfdshf • States, and local entities, including the City of San José joined a national lawsuit against manufacturers, distributors, and pharmacies for contributing to the opioid epidemic. • Since 2023, San Jose has received $1,009,314.54 • Settlement funds remediation uses on opioid prevention and intervention, harm reduction, treatment, and recovery services in the community 2 Remediation Strategy City Manager’s Office (CMO) is currently coordinating with Airport, Fire, Library, Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood Services (PRNS), Human Resources, and San José Police (SJPD) Collaborating with County of Santa Clara, Department of Behavioral Health Services afdkfdshf • 287 staff trained on Naloxone Opioid Funds to support • Staff Training & Narcan Disbursement • Opioid Overdose Prevention Grant...