Title
Consider/Discuss Update on Grant Process, McKinney Opioid Settlement Fund
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: To Improve Quality of Life in McKinney
MEETING DATE: June 18, 2025
DEPARTMENT: Housing and Community Development
CONTACT: Shirletta Best, Community Services Administrator
Margaret Li, Housing and Community Development Director
RECOMMENDED COMMISSION ACTION:
* Review and discuss process to begin application process for nonprofit organizations.
ITEM SUMMARY:
* Update on the process to distribute incoming funds.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
* The State of Texas, along with a coalition of states and subdivisions (cities and counties), reached final agreements with pharmaceutical and manufacturing companies (including Teva, Allergen, CVS, Walmart, and Walgreens) to resolve "legal claims against them for their role in the opioid crisis," The State of Texas received about $1.6 billion in the settlements. A bill passed by the Texas Legislature in 2021 created the Texas Opioid Abatement Trust Fund that allowed funds to be allocated to cities and counties.
* Initial Distribution. The city previously conducted a grant application process. Previously under the Community Grants Advisory Commission, eligible applicants to apply through a grant application process. The funding focus was toward the treatment of opioid use and disorders and any co-occurring substance use disorders. Applicants were able to apply for funding in September 2023, attend an information session about the process; receive technical assistance throughout the application period, and a 1-day grant extension for submission. Six agency representatives attended the session. The Community Grants Advisory Commission (CGAC) held a deliberation meeting on November 16, 2023, to determine funding recommendations for City Council approval. A second application process was initiated in 2024. Only one agency applied, and the City Council awarded funds to the agency, Grace to Change. The agency assisted over 1...
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