The Oregon Municipal Court, in partnership with the OregonCARES Coalition, have been awarded a federal grant under the Federal Drug Free Community program, according to a Dec. 10 news release.
The grant will provide $125,000 a year for five years to fund drug and alcohol prevention-related services for youth, Oregon Municipal judge Beth Cox announced in the news release.
The coalition was formed in 2009 to promote an alcohol- and drug-free lifestyle for Oregon youth. Its members include local teachers, police and community members working with parents and youths to reduce the use of drugs and underage drinking.
Members meet quarterly to address health and wellness issues in the Oregon community.