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Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2025 SEFBHN Chief Network Officer Amanda Busbin explained that SEFBHN issued a Request for Applications (RFA) for local providers to apply for opioid settlement funds, with eligibility criteria aligned with the Opioid Settlement Agreement and priority given to proposals addressing needs identified in Indian River County's Needs Assessment. The submission deadline was set for October 10, 2025. Chairman Flescher emphasized the importance of SEFBHN in securing opioid settlement funding for the County and clarified the roles of various organizations in the funding allocation process. Commissioner Adams expressed concerns about the decision-making authority between the Public Safety Coordinating Council (Council) and SEFBHN. Ms. Busbin confirmed that SEFBHN would lead the review process in collaboration with the Indian River Opioid Task Force, while the Board would make final funding decisions. The Board discussed accountability for the allocated funds. Vice Chairman Loar asked about monitoring to ensure funds were spent appropriately. Ms. Busbin explained that the 5% administrative fee covered compliance monitoring. Attorney Shuler clarified that the current Amendment would not grant the Board final approval over funding recipients, which diverges from previous practices. Commissioner Moss voiced concerns about agency allocations and emphasized the need for the Board's involvement. Commissioner Adams suggested that the process mirror that of other committees, such as the Children's Services Advisory Committee (CSAC) and the Tourist Development Council (TDC), in how they handle grant vetting. She advocated that the Council should vet these grants, with their recommendations going to the Board for final approval. Ms. Busbin responded to County Administrator Titkanich regarding the monthly processing of invoices for cost reimbursement agreements. She noted that while some providers followed a quarterly invoicing schedule, all were required to provide the necessary documentation for reimbursement at their designated intervals. Payments would only be processed after review. Attorney Shuler stated that, based on Board feedback, suggested modifying the language to require that any additions to the list of providers be approved by the Board, following recommendations from the Council. A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to approve Amendment No. 2, modifying the language to require that any additions to the list of providers be approved by the Board, and quarterly reports sent to the Board from SEFBHN. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5 - Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss Indian River County, Florida Page 22