Title
Agreement with Meridian Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. to Provide Outreach and Education Services for the Gainesville Police Department's Comprehensive Drug Plan Program (B)
Explanation
A primary component of the Gainesville Police Department's Comprehensive Drug Plan includes prevention, education, awareness and treatment of substance abuse as a means to reduce drug crimes and crimes associated with drug activity in the City. This agreement will provide community outreach and a program of education, counseling, life skills, and related services to at-risk youth and identified adults referred by the Gainesville Police Department.
Fiscal Note
Funding ($49,917) for this agreement was previously approved and appropriated by the City Commission on July 13, 2004.
Recommendation
The City Commission authorize the Interim City Manager to execute the agreement with Meridian Behavioral Healthcare, Inc., subject to approval by the City Attorney as to form and legality, and authorize the issuance of a purchase order in an amount not to exceed $49,917 for this agreement.