MONROE COUNTY, N.Y. – More than $6 million from a settlement with an opioid manufacturer is coming to Monroe County. However, some local lawmakers are pushing for increased transparency regarding these funds.
The settlement was briefly discussed during a county Legislature meeting. Legislator Rachel Barnhart called on the county executive’s office to establish a board to oversee the funds.
A response from County Executive Adam Bello’s office stated the county plans to use the money to install more free naloxone boxes, fund the 24-hour opioid hotline, and support a county-wide outreach team.
This settlement adds to an existing pool of $18 million from previous opioid settlements starting in 2021.
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