In 2021, Massachusetts secured vital settlement funds from pharmaceutical companies, earmarked to address the opioid crisis and its repercussions. The Commonwealth is committed to allocating these resources to communities annually until 2038, with an anticipated total of $1 billion from settlements. Lynn will receive a minimum of 3.3 million over the next 15 years, including $826,012.06 for fiscal year 2023 and 2024 to date.
For a detailed breakdown of the categories under consideration, please visit this link:
https://www.mass.gov/doc/march-4-2022-ma-subdivision-agreement/downloadThe City of Lynn has made a commitment to use statewide opioid settlement funds to supplement and strengthen resources available to community members. The purpose of this survey is to listen and learn about your experience related to Substance Use Disorder in Lynn. The information you share today will help us to focus on areas for change, to develop recommendations that address community needs, and to identify opportunities for innovation and or enhancement to current programming. As the City assesses what areas to prioritize, the city wants to ensure that the community is involved in the planning process and assists with setting broad goals that maximize the funding’s impact.
If you have any questions or need help filling out the survey, please contact the Community Health Resource Room at 781-586-6719 or email lynnpublichealth@lynnma.gov. Hard copies of the form are available in room 103 at Lynn City Hall, 3 City Hall Square. If you are filling out a hard copy of the survey, please return it by
May 31, 2024 to Lynn City Hall.
With your help, there is so much we can accomplish! We kindly request you to take a moment to complete this community feedback form. Your responses can remain completely anonymous, and you are not obligated to provide your name or any identifying information.
