REMARKS
City initiatives and programs addressing the opioid crisis
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Council Member Narcisse discusses various initiatives and programs implemented by the city to combat the opioid crisis. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration with community organizations and the effective use of settlement funds.
- Recognizes the work of advocates and organizations in supporting communities affected by the opioid crisis
- Expresses eagerness to learn about New York City Health and Hospital Corporation's substance use clinics and overdose response programs
- Stresses the importance of utilizing data and funding to maximize the impact of harm reduction programs
- Emphasizes the commitment to ensuring access to support for those suffering from addiction and substance use
- Calls for transparency in the disbursement and use of settlement funds
Mercedes Narcisse
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Our city is home to advocates and organization who do incredible work.
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I can see some in the room right now.
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To support each other and their communities and we will continue to collaborate with them to achieve our collective goal of reducing opioid addiction and related deaths.
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Today, I'm grateful to have the opportunity to discuss the various initiatives that the city has implemented to combat this crisis.
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I look forward to hearing from all members of administration so that we can identify the most productive ways to capitalize on the disturb I mean, disbursement of the opioid settlement funds.
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We know sometimes when there is a disbursement, we don't know where they goes, but we just wanna know.
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And particularly, I'm eager to speak with the New York City Health and Hospital Corporation and to learn about how their substance use clinics and overdose respond programs have been operating.
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These funds are a crucial weapon to combat the opioid crisis and we will continue to ensure that patients suffering from addiction and substance use can access the support that they need.
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It is imperative that we utilize all available data and funding to maximize the positive impact that harm reduction program have won I mean, have on the communities they serve.
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Our hearts goes out to everyone who has been affected by this epidemic in New York City and across the country.
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And we are committed to continuing the work to heal those who are suffering.