Provide over 263 prevention programs in Morris County
Formed in 1989 as a means to combat alcoholism and drug abuse in the community
Established under the Governor's Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (GCADA)
Coordinate all local efforts regarding alcoholism, tobacco and other drug abuse
Community-based organizations, comprised mainly of volunteers
Established in all 21 counties and in 35 of 39 Morris County municipalities
How does an Alliance work?
Established by the municipal governing body
Members appointed by the municipal governing body
Volunteers include local leaders, school officials, teachers, health officials, law enforcement officers, civic organizations, businesses and private citizens
Activities overseen and coordinated by the Morris County Department of Human Services, under the authority of the County Mental Health/Substance Abuse Advisory Board (MHSAAB)
Community needs assessments are done to determine priorities and develop prevention plans
Plans approved by the County Alliance Steering Subcommittee (CASS) and the MHSAAB
MHSAAB develops County a plan that submitted to the Governor's Council after approval by the Freeholders
How are Alliances funded?
Provided by the Governor's Council through Drug Enforcement Demand Reduction (DEDR) Fines
Fines are collected at the municipal level from persons convicted of drug-related offenses
DEDR funds are used to help develop community focused substance abuse prevention programs
