Discussion and possible action to authorize the acceptance of Year 4, FY 2022-2023 for the substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) non-competitive grant. Grant #5 H79 TI081929-04 for $400,000; will allow for the continuation of the services provided by the 341st Veterans Treatment Program and authorize the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any matters incident thereto. There are no matching funds required. All required documents were sent for review through the Economic Development Department, and the solicitation is compliant with the Webb County Single Point of Contact (SPOC) procedures. [Requested by 341st District Court]
Issue: The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration has been authorized to award up to 5 years and $400,000/year to fund and support Veterans Treatment Courts to address the needs of the veteran participants and their families.
Solution: Securing funding through grant awards to enable continuance of services to veterans in the 341st District Court’s Veterans Treatment Program and regional services.
Result: Enabling the 341st Veterans Treatment Program to continue to provide services and/or enhance the services currently being provided.