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Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final <br />December 3, 2024 <br />Substance Use Needs Assessment, which Thrive conducted with C.A.R.E. <br />Consulting Group. This initiative, backed by the Board and recognized by national <br />entities, aimed to strategically plan for reducing substance use by understanding <br />community challenges. Data revealed by Data and Outcomes Manager Kylie <br />Motawala focused on substance abuse prevalence in Indian River County, highlighting <br />awareness gaps around Naloxone (Narcan) usage and access. While 71% recognize <br />Narcan, only 41% knew how to use it, and 33% knew where to get it. The <br />presentation also pointed out a shortage of mental and physical health providers and <br />the stigma faced by individuals misusing substances, which hinders their access to <br />help. Targeted public education and intervention efforts were needed to enhance <br />knowledge and address these challenges effectively. <br />Discussion continued under Item 15.C.1. <br />No Action Taken or Required <br />[Clerk's Note: Item 15. C. 1. was heard following Item 5.B.] <br />6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES <br />7. INFORMATION ITEMS FROM STAFF OR COMMISSIONERS NOT REQUIRING BOARD <br />ACTION <br />7.A. 24-0968 SWDD Closures and Collection Service Changes for Christmas and New Year's <br />Recommended action: For informational purposes only -no action required <br />Attachments: Staff Report <br />Christmas New Years Schedule 2024 <br />Himanshu Mehta, Managing Director of the Solid Waste Disposal District (SWDD), <br />announced holiday closures for the Main County Landfill and all five Customer <br />Convenience Centers. For more details, residents can visit the SWDD website at <br />www.indianriver.gov. <br />No Action Taken or Required <br />7.B. 24-0972 Administrator Approved Items <br />Recommended Action: There is no action required by the Board as this item is being presented for <br />informational purposes only. Future reporting will be prepared and provided quarterly <br />to coincide with Budget reports. <br />Attachments: Staff Report <br />Indian River County, Florida Page 2 <br />