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Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Interlocal Contract with the Health and Human Services Commission for funding for the Opioid Emergency Response Pilot Program.
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The Texas Targeted Opioid Response (TTOR) Grant contract is a continuation of last years award. The Pilot program has been successful in meeting project goals and influencing many agencies across the nation in confronting the Opioid crisis. As the program progresses, continued support is needed to not only validate the efficacy of the model, but to further test best practice of combating opioid addiction. Our partnership with Williamson County EMS and Mobile Outreach Team has been very powerful in the advancement of this project. The Health and Human Services Commission is working closely with our teams to truly make a difference.
Project Goals
• Increase the number of First Responders trained in opioid overdose response and prevention
• Incorporate evidence based practices for prevention, treatment, and recovery into the Community Risk Reduction Program
• Incorporate MOT’s M&M Rapid Response Unit, (Medic and Mental Health) into all 911 overdose calls
• Create the foundation for providing MAT in our community
• Provide outreach and education to vulnerable population
• Provide outreach and education to local businesses, agencies, schools, and the general public
• Incorporate Peer Recovery Coaches into RRFD and MOT response plans
• Provide direct patient care to overdose survivors and their families
• Streamline data collection and record keeping among emergency services
• Offer research opportunities to one or more of our existing university partners
This contract is effective on May 1, 2019 and terminates on September 30, 2019. The costs incurred by the City on this continuance are 100% reimbursable by HHSC up to $500,000. The $500,000 budget is comprised of $250,000 for supplies and $250,000 for contractual costs. The City does not plan to extend this agreement beyond September 30, 2019.