Title
Retroactive Authorization to Apply for and Accept the First Responders-Comprehensive Addiction Act Program (Ordinance S-53262) - Citywide
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to allow the Police Department to retroactively apply for, accept, and enter into an agreement with the Department of Health and Human Services for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) First Responders-Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act Grant. Funding under this grant will not exceed $1,600,000. Additionally, request City Council grant an exception pursuant to Phoenix City Code 42-20 to authorize inclusion of indemnification and assumption of liability provisions in the documents pertaining to this transaction that otherwise would be prohibited by Phoenix City Code 42-18.
Report
Summary
The purpose of this grant is to provide funding for training first responders and community members in the administration and distribution of Opioid Overdose Reversal Medication (OORM). The Phoenix Police Department will collaborate with Empact, a nonprofit organization specializing in prevention, treatment, and emergency services for life-threatening behaviors, to implement evidence-based practices that reduce overdose incidents and connect at-risk individuals with appropriate services.
The primary goal of the program is to reduce opioid-related fatalities in the community by equipping and training Phoenix Police Officers with OORM. The department will deliver overdose-prevention education, engage community partners, and carry out activities aligned with established evidence-based practices.
The grant application was due on July 27, 2026. If authorization is not approved, the application will be rescinded.
Contract Term
The term of the contract will be for four years beginning September 30, 2026, through September 29, 2030.
Financial Impact
No matching funds are required.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Assistant City Manager Lori Bays and the Police Department.