Community Access

Can I provide input on spending?

• 2/3 local share: Up to each locality (not required). Neither the Arkansas Opioid Recovery Partnership nor individual governments are required to seek public input on spending their share of settlement funds. However, each may choose to seek such input. Watch for opportunities to weigh in on city and county spending decisions, such as city council meetings and town halls.

• 1/3 state share: No opportunities available (not required). The state has not established recurring opportunities for the public to provide input on uses of its 1/3 share.[1]

Can I apply for grants?

Yes. The Arkansas Opioid Recovery Partnership’s Funding Opportunities page includes information about how to apply for open funding opportunities. You can also visit the Opioid Settlement Community Grants Portals (OpioidSettlementTracker.com and Legal Action Center) for the most up-to-date information on settlement grant opportunities for community organizations.

Where do I go for updates?

• For updates on the local share, visit the Arkansas Municipal League’s and Association of Arkansas Counties’ Arkansas Opioid Recovery Partnership website.

• A single resource containing state share updates could not be found.[2]

What else should I know?

Not applicable.

Citations

1. If you see this change, email [e-mail]. There is no legal requirement for decision-makers to seek public input on uses of this share. ↑

2. If you see this change, email [e-mail]. ↑