Opioid settlement funds to Dayton Children's partnership
Huber Heights
Summary
The city wants to spend opioid settlement money on EMDR trauma therapy for Huber Heights kids ages 6-18 through Dayton Children's. One in four children nationally lives with a caregiver who has a substance use disorder, and Children's Huber office has a wait list over 600 patients. A vote is expected Monday.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city's opioid settlement revenue averages about $55,000 a year, with reserves available to fund the program alongside existing K-9 interdiction uses.
Huber Heights children and families affected by substance abuse and trauma get faster access to specialized therapy.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council Meeting — June 8, 2026
Council authorized a partnership with Dayton Children's Medical Center to spend OneOhio opioid settlement money on eligible community programming — an approach the city manager called outside the box.
Council Work Session — June 2, 2026
The city wants to spend opioid settlement money on EMDR trauma therapy for Huber Heights kids ages 6-18 through Dayton Children's. One in four children nationally lives with a caregiver who has a substance use disorder, and Children's Huber office has a wait list over 600 patients. A vote is expected Monday.
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