Opioid Litigation Settlement - NC Association of County Commissioners : North Carolina Association of County Commissioners

The NCACC strives to assist and support NC counties in planning for and utilizing national opioid settlement funds, managing strategic health initiatives, and maximizing resources through outreach, education and collaboration.

Supports and Assistance for Counties

Strategic Action Planning

Prioritization of evidence-based strategies
Legal consultation/translation

Collaboration and Connections

Connections to technical experts
Hands-on support from NCACC Strategic Project Coordinators

Program Implementation Support

Education and training
Consultation and coaching
Outreach
Evaluation and data reporting
Preparation of financial reporting

Sample Spending Authorization Language for County Resolutions or Ordinances

The NCACC has developed sample language for counties to use when drafting a local spending authorization resolution or ordinance pertaining to the expenditure of opioid settlement funding governed by the NC MOA. Access the sample language here.

Sample Resolution Authorizing Sign-on to Wave 2 Opioid Settlements and the SAAF

The NCACC has developed sample language for counties to use when drafting a local resolution that authorizes the sign-on process to enter into a second wave of opioid settlement agreements with Walmart, Walgreens, CVS, Allergan, and Teva, and to execute the Supplemental Agreement for Additional Funds (SAAF). The deadline to sign onto the settlements and the SAAF is April 18, 2023. Access the sample language here.

Counties and Cities that have Signed-on to Wave 2 Opioid Settlements and the SAAF

Webinar Series: Upcoming Offerings

The NCACC and NC Department of Health and Human Services are partnering on a webinar series that will provide information and resources on evidence-based, high-impact strategies that local governments may pursue to address the opioid epidemic utilizing funds from the national litigation settlement.

March 27, 2023 NCACC and the NC Department of Health and Human Services are partnering on a semimonthly webinar series that will provide information and resources on evidence-based, high-impact strategies that local governments may pursue to address the opioid epidemic utilizing funds from the national litigation settlement.

‘Strategies to Address the Opioid Epidemic’ Webinar: Early Intervention Programs

April 24, 2023 NCACC and the NC Department of Health and Human Services are partnering on a semimonthly webinar series that will provide information and resources on evidence-based, high-impact strategies that local governments may pursue to address the opioid epidemic utilizing funds from the national litigation settlement.

‘Strategies to Address the Opioid Epidemic’ Webinar: Recovery Support Services

Archived webinars at ncopioidsettlement.org

In-Person Events: Upcoming Offerings

June 7, 2023 – June 8, 2023 The NCACC is excited to announce an event to bring together local government leaders, subject matter experts, service providers, and people with lived experience working in crucial areas of the opioid overdose crisis, including in prevention, harm reduction, treatment, and recovery efforts. This event will provide a space for county commissioners and staff, and their […]