Title
National Opioids Settlement Agreement with Eight Additional Pharmaceuticals
Action
ACTION:
Adopt Resolution authorizing the County Manager or County Attorney to execute all documents necessary for participation in National Opioids Settlement Agreement with Eight Additional Pharmaceuticals
Staff Contact: Michael A. Bryant, County Manager
Tyrone C. Wade, County Attorney
Presentation: No
BACKGROUND/JUSTIFICATION:
Mecklenburg County, along with several counties and municipalities in North Carolina, joined thousands of local governments across the country to file lawsuits against opioids manufactures and pharmaceutical distribution companies and chain drug stores. Proposed settlements have been reached with eight additional pharmaceutical and small manufacturer companies. To participate in the National Opioids Settlement Agreement, it is necessary to sign a participation agreement.
PROCUREMENT BACKGROUND:
N/A
POLICY IMPACT:
N/A
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A