HomeMy WebLinkAboutSH22-011 - WA STATE HCA MOUD IN JAILS PSA - Amendment 5 - Agenda Staff ReportKITTITAS COUNTY
SHERIFF’S OFFICE
AGENDA STAFF REPORT
AGENDA DATE: June 2nd, 2026
ACTION REQUESTED: Request to Acknowledge an Amendment to the Contract
Between Kittitas County and Washington State Healthcare Authority.
BACKGROUND: The original funds were awarded in 2022 to provide medication for
opioid use disorder (MOUD) in jails to incarcerated individuals who present with an
opioid use disorder (OUD). This amendment extends the contract through June 30, 2027,
and increases the total award amount. This funding is provided by the state to enhance
our MOUD services in our jail yearly. This year it includes MAUD medications. We
utilize the funding for Technology, a Law Enforcement Clerk, additional Nurse hours,
and medication purchasing. It is year to year, and we are about to start our fifth year.
INTERACTION: The Kittitas County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office has reviewed and
approved this amendment to the original agreement.
RECOMMENDATION: Acknowledge an Amendment to the Contract Between
Kittitas County and Washington State Healthcare Authority.
HANDLING: No handling.
LEAD STAFF: LEC Duncan