Opioid Settlement Fund Allocation and Local Strategy
Wilmington
Summary
New Hanover County and the City of Wilmington are coordinating the distribution of millions of dollars in national opioid settlement funds through joint committees. Officials reviewed ongoing programs focused on treatment, education, and recovery, noting positive trends in declining overdose rates.
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Last discussed Apr 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city and county have been allocated $36.4 million to date with another $4.4 million pending, supporting 15 to 20 annual programs.
Local residents struggling with substance use disorders and their families benefit from expanded treatment and support services.
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