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THIRD AMENDMENT TO
CITY SECRETARY CONTRACT NO.61388
This Amendment ("Amendment") is made and entered into by and between the City of Fort
Worth ("City") and The University of North Texas Health Science Center ("Agency"). City
and Agency may be referred to individually as "Party" and jointly as "Parties."
WHEREAS, the City of Fort Worth ("City") and The University of North Texas
Health Science Center ("Agency") made and entered into City Secretary Contract No. 61388
("Contract");
WHEREAS, in March 2023, the City received its first settlement payment from the
Opioid Abatement Fund Council in the amount of $665,760.73 and approved use of the
funds in April 2023 (Mayor & Council Communication (M&C) 23-0255);
WHEREAS, Agency was awarded a contract to provide direct services for the
intervention, prevention, and treatment of opioid use disorder (OUD) and any co-occurring
Substance Use Disorder or Mental Health (SUD/MH) conditions (Mayor & Council
Communication (M&C) 23-1051, City awarded agency in December 2023);
WHEREAS, Section 3 of the Contract permits Agency to request an extension of
the term if necessary for the completion of the program, subject to mutual agreement by City
extension;
WHEREAS, the City believes that an extension of the term until May 31, 2025 will
help Agency meet program's goals and further the interest of both Agency and City; and
WHEREAS, it is the mutual desire of City and Agency to amend the Contract to
allow for the extension, complete the Program, and meet Contract objectives.
NOW, THEREFORE, City and Agency hereby agree to amend the Contract as follows:
I.
EXHIBIT `B" — PROGRAM SUMMARY attached to the contract is hereby
amended and replaced in its entirety with EXHIBIT `B" Revised 3/26/2025, attached
hereto.
II.
This amendment is effective as of February 28, 2025 and Agency may request
reimbursement for allowable costs directly related to Interventions of Opioid Use Funds.
All terms and conditions of the Contract not amended herein remain unaffected and
OFFICIAL RECORD
CITY SECRETARY
FT. WORTH, TX
in full force and effect, are binding on the Parties and are hereby ratified by the Parties.
Capitalized terms not defined herein shall have the meanings assigned to them in the
Contract.
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By:
Jannette Goodall, City Secretary
M&C: 23-1051
1295 Certification No. 2023- 1093220
Date: December 12, 2023
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY:
Jessika Williams, Assistant City Attorney
APPROVED BY:
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Director, Neighborhood Services Department
CITY OF FORT WORTH
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By: Dana Burghdoff (Apr M025 12:12'CDT)
Dana Burghdoff, Assistant City Manager
Date: Apr 2, 2025
CONTRACT COMPLIANCE MANAGER:
By signing, I acknowledge that I am the person responsible
for the monitoring and administration of this contract, including
ensuring all performance and reporting requirements
Mary Te io (Mar31, 202515:18 CDT)
Mary Tenorio, Neighborhood Development Specialist
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT FORT WORTH
Authorized Official:
By signing, I acknowledge that I am the duly authorized representative
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Myriah Roberts, J.D., Director, Research Agreements
Read and Understood:
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Teresa Wagner, DrPH, MS, CPH, RD/LD, CPPS, CHWI, DipACLM, CHWC
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CITY SECRETARY
FT. WORTH, TX
University of North Texas Health Science Center EXHIBIT `B"
SaferCare Texas PROGRAM SUMMARY
PROGRAM SUMMARY
(Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council TOAFC)
March 1, 2024 to May 31, 2025
PERIOD
$310,339.00
AMOUNT
Capitalized terms not defined herein shall have meanings assigned them in the Contract.
PROGRAM:
This Program would be an extension of current relationships and interventions with two key
coalitions and one CHW (what is CHW?) association within Fort Worth proposing to hold 25
train -the -trainer trainings led by SaferCare Texas. These train -the -trainer sessions will empower
students in a variety of health professions programs at HSC, Fort Worth centric community -
based organization staff and volunteers, community health workers and first responders. All
trained trainers will provide outreach executing trainings within the community, schools, and
home -based care settings to magnify and promote sustainability of the HSC efforts. Student
outreach will be supervised by the clinical executives. One -hour trainings will be provided and
include a Toolkit containing an informational PowerPoint and Video. In addition, healthcare
providers will be exposed to in -kind VR training to assist them in incorporating a holistic
approach and prevention model that empowers them with the tools necessary to incorporate
addiction prevention measures. (Exhibit E List of Opioid Remediation Uses Schedule B Part 2:
113)
The Program will provide Community -based interventions with clinical executives comprised of
nurses and nurse practitioners to distribute 600 naloxone kits and 1,500 drug disposal bags
including 25 organizational readiness kits accompanied by education training of trainers among
students within HSC and Fort Worth -based organizations and groups responding to this
opportunity. (LIST of OPIOID REMEDIATION USES SCHEDULE A CORE STRATEGIES
Part A)
In an effort to market and implement this program, a media campaign called "One Pill Kills"
have been created via webpage where organizations hosting the trainings and participants can
seek additional information. This webpage will be used to develop a community landing page
co -branded with the City of Fort Worth including a link to request community kits and trainings,
database of evidence -based community education materials, and free referral services for
wellness needs/substance abuse disorder assistance. (LIST of OPIOID REMEDIATION USES
SCEHDULE A CORE STRATEGIES G.)
HSC facilities are located at 3500 Camp Bowie, Blvd. and will be the base site for the planning
and development of the train -the -trainer sessions as well as delivery to students and community
health workers empowering a variety of health professional students in programs at HSC, Fort
GRANT 2023-2024 — EXHIBIT `B" — PROGRAM SUMMARY
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Worth -centric community -based organization staff and volunteers, community health workers
and first responders. Training sessions will take place in scattered sites across the City of Fort
Worth
PROGRAM GOALS:
Minimum Number of Fort Worth Clients to be Served: The Program must serve a minimum
of 600 Unduplicated Clients for the primary trainings with exponentially more expected by the
trained trainers (which we will also track) from Fort Worth as shown by the monthly reports on
Attachment III.
GRANT 2023-2024 — EXHIBIT `B" — PROGRAM SUMMARY
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City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 12/12/23 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 23-1051
LOG NAME: 191NTERVENTIONS OF OPIOID USE PROGRAM FUNDING ALLOCATIONS
SUBJECT
(ALL) Approve the Allocation of Texas Opioid Settlement Funds in the Amount Up to $664,944.64 for the Purpose of Mitigating Harms Caused by
Opioid Distribution and Use and Authorize Execution of Contracts with the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth Health
Systems in the Amount of $310,339.00 and My Health My Resources of Tarrant County in the Amount of $197,100.00
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve the allocation of Texas Opioid Settlement Funds in the amount of $664,944.64 for the purpose of mitigating harms caused by opioid
distribution and use;
2. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute contracts for a one-year term with the University of North Texas Health Science Center
at Fort Worth Health Systems in the amount of $310,339.00 and My Health My Resources of Tarrant County in the amount of $197,100.00;
and
3. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to extend the contracts for up to one year if an agency or department requests an extension and
such extension is necessary for completion of the program, or to amend the contracts if necessary to achieve program goals provided any
amendment is within the scope of the program and in compliance with City policies and all applicable laws and regulations governing the use
of these funds.
DISCUSSION:
The State of Texas and certain Political Subdivisions, through their elected representatives and counsel, seek to hold the entities responsible for
the opioid use and distribution within the State of Texas accountable for damage caused and share a common desire to abate and alleviate the
impacts of the opioid epidemic throughout the State of Texas.
Through the adoption of Resolution 5499-11-2021 adopted November 9, 2021, City Council joined the opioid settlement negotiated by the Texas
Attorney General, affirmed its support for the adoption and approval of the Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council and Settlement Allocation
Term Sheet (Term Sheet) in its entirety, and found that there is a substantial need for repayment of opioid-related expenditures and payment to
abate opioid-related harms in and about Fort Worth.
On March 1, 2023, the City received the first settlement payment from the Opioid Abatement Fund Council in the amount of $665,760.73 and
approved use of the funds with Mayor & Council Communication (M&C) 23-0255 on April 11, 2023. The Neighborhood Services Department has
been designated as the lead department to oversee allocation and use of these funds.
A Request for Proposals (RFP) from nonprofit and social service agencies and City departments offering similar direct social services to respond
for the intervention, prevention, and treatment of opioid use disorder (OUD) and any co-occurring Substance Use Disorder or Mental Health
(SUD/MH) conditions through evidence -based or evidence -informed programs or activities was published on October 19, 2023. A Public Notice
was published in the Fort Worth Star -Telegram on October 11, 2023, notifying potential applicants of the RFP, which resulted in an expense of
$816.09 charged to this account. The remaining available balance to allocate is $664,944.64 (City Project No. 104782).
This program is named Interventions Of Opioid Use (IOU). All proposals were received by November 15, 2023. Staff reviewed three (3) proposals
and developed recommendations for allocation of funding based on the capacity of applicant organizations.
Eligible Activities under this RFP included but were not limited to:
• Intervention
• Prevention
• Treatment
• Anything listed as eligible in Exhibit E-List of Opioid Remediation Uses (attached)
FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS
Neighborhood Services Department staff recommends that funding be allocated as shown in the below table and contracts be executed with the
following organizations:
PROGRAM RECOMMENDED
AGENCY NAME NAME PROGRAM DESCRIPTION FUNDING
AMOUNT
UNIVERSITY OF
Community -based intervention operating the SaferCare Texas with
NORTH TEXAS
clinical executives comprised of nurses and nurse practitioners to
HEALTH SCIENCE
SaferCare
distribute 600 naloxone kits and 1,500 drug disposal bags including 25 $310,339.00
CENTER AT FORT
Texas
organizational readiness kits accompanied by educational training of
WORTH HEALTH
trainers among students within HSC and Fort Worth based organizations
SYSTEMS (HSC)
and groups responding to this opportunity
Office-
Office -Based Opioid Treatment (OBOT) provides services to alleviate the
MY HEALTH MY
Based
adverse physiological effects of withdrawal from the use of opioids as
RESOURCES OF
Opioid
required to meet the individualized needs of the patient. Patients will also $197,100.00
TARRANT COUNTY
Treatment
receive wraparound group, individualized counseling, and peer
(OBOT)
supportive services in this extended program.
ITOTAL I $507,439.00
Fort Worth Fire Department - Home, Outreach, Prevention and Education (HOPE) Team
In addition to the above recommendations, the Neighborhood Services Department also recommends allocating $157,505.64 to the Fort Worth
Fire Department for the Fort Worth Fire Department HOPE Team. The proposed program within the HOPE initiative aims to address the critical
issue of opioid-related incidents within our community. Leveraging the expertise of the HOPE team, the Fire Department will implement a
comprehensive outreach and support service specifically tailored for individuals struggling with opioid addiction among the homeless population
and high utilizers of emergency services. The program will involve proactive engagement with individuals affected by opioid addiction, providing
them with access to resources such as addiction counseling, harm reduction strategies, and connections to rehabilitation services.
The Fire Department submitted a $230,000.00 budget request for the following:
• Response Vehicles (2 vehicles - $90,000.00): The acquisition of two response vehicles is pivotal to enhance the mobility and reach of the
HOPE team. These vehicles will serve as a mobile base for paramedics during outreach, allowing swift response to emergency situations
along with the ability to do follow-ups and continued care of opioid clients. The cost of the vehicles will cover the purchase, customization,
and outfitting of the vehicles with essential medical equipment such as overdose prevention kits, harm reduction kits, ensuring they meet the
unique needs of homeless and high -utilizer populations with opioid-related emergencies.
• Overdose Prevention Kits (OPK - $70,000.00): Addressing the opioid crisis is a priority for the HOPE team. The budget for overdose
prevention kits includes the procurement of naloxone, training materials, and community outreach initiatives. These kits will be distributed to
team members, enabling them to respond effectively after opioid-related emergencies where the team can give the client a kit and provide
training to at -risk individuals and community partners.
• Harm Reduction Kits ($50,000.00): The harm reduction kits are designed to minimize the risks associated with high -risk behaviors. The
budget will be utilized to procure harm reduction supplies, educational materials, and resources. These kits will be distributed during opioid
outreach activities, promoting safer practices and providing valuable information on reducing health risks.
• Administration and Training ($20,000.00): Efficient program administration and continuous training are essential for the success of the
HOPE team. The budget will support administrative costs, including staff training, community engagement events, and program evaluation.
This ensures that the team remains well-equipped, informed, and capable of delivering high -quality services.
The Neighborhood Services staff recommended an allocation amount to the Fire Department that is less than the requested amount. The Fire
Department has the discretion to determine which of the above requested line items will be funded based on the recommended allocation.
Since no City salaries will be charged, indirect cost recovery does not apply.
These programs are available in ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS.
FISCAL INFORMATION / CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that funds are available in the current operating budget, as previously appropriated, in the Grants Operating Other
Fund for the TX Opioid Abatement Fund project to support the approval of the above recommendations and execution of contracts. Prior to any
expenditure being incurred, the Neighborhood Services Department has the responsibility to validate the availability of funds.
Submitted for Citv Manaaer's Office bv: Fernando Costa 6122
Oriainatina Business Unit Head: Victor Turner 8187
Additional Information Contact: Sharon Burkley 5785
Terrance Jones 7563