To: Board of County Commissioners
From: Joshua Freeman, Director of Administration
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RE: Approval to recognize Overdose Awareness Day in Genesee County
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BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Approval to recognize Overdose Awareness Day in Genesee County
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TO THE HONORABLE CHAIRPERSON AND MEMBERS OF THE GENESEE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, GENESEE COUNTY, MICHIGAN
LADIES AND GENTLEMEN:
WHEREAS, overdose continues to be a public health crisis across the United States, taking the lives of over 100,000 individuals annually, with Genesee County tragically impacted by this ongoing epidemic; and
WHEREAS, the day of August 31st is recognized globally as International Overdose Awareness Day, a time to honor lives lost to overdose, reduce the stigma of substance use disorder, and promote evidence-based strategies for prevention, treatment, and recovery; and
WHEREAS, the Genesee County Board of Commissioners acknowledges the urgent need for continued education, compassion, and support for individuals and families affected by substance use and overdose; and
WHEREAS, recognizing International Overdose Awareness Day provides an opportunity to remember those we have lost, raise awareness of life-saving resources such as naloxone (Narcan), and affirm the county's commitment to harm reduction, access to treatment, and recovery-oriented care; and
WHEREAS, Genesee County is home to many advocates, service providers, recovery organizations, and impacted families who work tirelessly to save lives, reduce harm, and build a healthier, more supportive community for all; and
WHEREAS, each year on August 31st, landmarks across the globe light up purple in recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day - a powerful, visible tribute to those we've lost, a show of solidarity with the berea...
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