VLCT is currently seeking applicants for two of the seven local government seats on the state's Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee. Please read more and use the form below to apply by July 14. The next committee meeting is scheduled for July 28.
The Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee was established by Act 118 of 2022. The committee makes recommendations on how to spend the state's share of settlement money with drug manufacturers and distribution companies over the toll caused by prescription opioids.
This advisory committee considers:
- the impact of the opioid crisis on communities throughout Vermont, including communities’ abatement needs and proposals for abatement strategies and responses;
- the perspectives of and proposals from opioid use disorder prevention coalitions, recovery centers, and medication-assisted treatment providers; and
- the ongoing challenges of the opioid crisis on marginalized populations, including people who have a lived experience of opioid use disorder.
Term: Members serve four-year terms, and seven of the 16 members are local officials appointed by VLCT. Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee Membership
Time Commitment: The Advisory Committee meets at least quarterly but not more than six times per calendar year.
Website: Public Meetings | Vermont Department of Health (healthvermont.gov)
Agendas and Minutes: Public Meetings | Vermont Department of Health (healthvermont.gov)
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