Berkeley Requests Feedback From Residents On $25M Mental Health Services Plan
The plan would be funded under the state Mental Health Services Act, which places a 1 percent tax on every dollar of personal income over $1 million to be allocated to local mental health agencies.
East Bay Times:
Berkeley Seeks Residents' Input On Mental Health Plan
The city is asking residents for input to develop a three-year plan to strengthen mental health services, particularly in the areas of prevention, early intervention and wellness enhancement. The services, which include outreach, assessment and treatment, are aimed at children and adults, with a focus on racial and socioeconomic equity, according to a press release from the city. The three-year plan, to be funded by a total of $25 million under the state Mental Health Services Act, is expected to come before the City Council in July. (Lochner, 6/5)
In other news from across the state —
Orange County Register:
11 Students At McFadden Intermediate School, Under Influence Of Prescription Drug, Taken To Hospital
Eleven students from McFadden Intermediate School were found to be under the influence of a prescription anti-anxiety medication and taken to local hospitals Monday, authorities said. All but three were released by late afternoon, and those three were expected to go home by Monday evening. The students – 9 girls and two boys – ranged in age from 11 to 14 and showed signs of mild to moderate lethargy, authorities said. (Schwebke, 6/5)