Bernalillo County New Mexico Approved Budget For 2015-2016

In this budget document approved on May 13, 2015, the Bernalillo County, New Mexico Board of Commissioners included details about the plan to implement a new tax to fund a continuum of behavioral health services not otherwise funded. The proceeds of the new tax will be used to fund gaps in mental health and drug treatment services in Bernalillo County, and to provide coordination of care and support services for residents seeking treatment. The tax is expected to generate about $17-20 million annually, which will augment the approximately $15 million the county already allocates for behavioral health and housing . . .