Join state officials in discussion on Trueblood proposed agreement

The Governor’s Office and Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) have agreed to an opportunity with AWC and interested parties to discuss the proposed agreed settlement in Trueblood v. Washington State DSHS.

Trueblood discussion
June 20, 10 am-12 pm | Olympia
Association of Washington Cities – Rainier Room
Call in option: 800-201-2375; Passcode 155814#

The team will discuss the 14 substantive points being proposed in the agreement. The substantive points address:

• The state’s responsibility to meet the 14-day evaluation standard;
• Legislative changes to reduce the number of individuals ordered to restoration;
• Community-based supports including residential diversion programs;
• Additional forensic inpatient bed capacity;
• Case management to assess appropriate and least restrictive treatment options;
• Increased law enforcement and corrections training including best practices; and
• Workforce development to increase the number of mental health professionals statewide.

See DSHS’s Trueblood Task Force website key principles for more information.

All interested cities are welcome. If you are unable to attend or have questions or comments, please contact Carl Schroeder.