On Tuesday evening, the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission will hold a town hall in Covington at the Kenton County Government Center.
The Advisory Commission is hosting eight town halls across the Commonwealth to hear from Kentuckians affected by the opioid epidemic. They have already held three; the remaining five community events will be in Covington, Lexington, Louisville, Bowling Green, and Paducah.
The General Assembly’s passage of House Bill 427 created the Advisory Commission, which is responsible for administering the Commonwealth’s portion of a $478 million settlement with opioid companies.
“An important part of our work in combating the opioid epidemic involves administering the Commonwealth’s portion of the $478 million in opioid settlement funds,” said Attorney General Daniel Cameron.
Executive Director of the Advisory Commission Bryan Hubbard said the group is committed to administering the Commonwealth’s portion of the settlement funds with honesty, transparency, and accountability.
“We encourage individuals and organizations committed to waging war on this tragedy to submit their intent to apply,” Hubbard said.
Cameron recently activated the Advisory Commission’s online grant proposal portal. Organizations and individuals dedicated to combating the opioid epidemic are encouraged to begin a submission. The advisory council recommends that submissions be completed within 30 days of starting the process, though they will be accepted on a rolling basis.
“These funds will be used, in part, to support organizations that develop and implement programs to combat the opioid crisis in Kentucky,” Cameron said. “We appreciate the dedication of those who stand on the front lines in this fight and invite organizations to apply for funding so that, together, we can lend hope and help to those struggling with opioid use disorder.
Organizations that intend to apply for OAAC grants may visit ag.ky.gov/OAAC.
The town hall in Covington will be held Oct. 18 from 6 to 8 p.m. at 1840 Simon Kenton Way.