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Introduction of RTM therapy discussion and funding options
1:21:08
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77 sec
Council Member Holden introduces the topic of Reconsolidation of Traumatic Memories (RTM) therapy for veterans with PTSD. He discusses previous budget proposals and a new intro for a feasibility study on implementing an RTM pilot program.
- Mentions previous request for $50,000 for an RTM pilot program
- Introduces Intro 1171 for a one-year feasibility study on implementing a pilot program
- Asks DVS which path they think is best for RTM: direct budget allocation or supporting the intro
Robert Holden
1:21:08
I I have a couple more questions, and then I think we could listen to, obviously, the public.
1:21:16
But I wanna talk about something near and dear to me, RTM therapy, which I had brought up several hearings.
1:21:23
Various studies have demonstrated that reconsolidation of traumatic memories, we call RTM, and meditation are effective approaches in addressing post traumatic stress and other mental health concerns among veterans.
1:21:40
In the council's fiscal twenty twenty five budget response, we called on the administration to fund $50,000 for an RTM pilot program, which is a very small amount, to provide this trauma treatment to city veterans impacted by PTSD.
1:21:59
But no additional funding was included in the final budget.
1:22:03
This year I put forward intro November to conduct a one year feasibility study on implementing a pilot program for RTM.
1:22:14
Which path does DVS think is the best for RTM at this point?
1:22:20
Allocating funding directly in the budget or supporting passes of this intro?