26-013 Resolution CITY OF SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS
RESOLUTION NO. 26-013
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
SETTLEMENT DOCUMENTS RELATING TO NATIONAL OPIOID LAWSUIT
SETTLEMENTS AND TO TRANSMIT THOSE DOCUMENTS AND TAKE
OTHER APPROPRIATE ACTIONS AS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE
THE SETTLEMENTS, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Southlake ("City") is a home rule city acting under its Charter
adopted by the electorate pursuant to Article XI, Section 5 of the Texas Constitution and
Chapter 9 of the Local Government Code; and,
WHEREAS, the City has obtained information indicating that certain drug companies
and their corporate affiliates, parents, subsidiaries, and such other defendants as may be
added to the litigation (collectively "Defendants") have engaged in fraudulent and/or
reckless marketing and/or distribution of opioids that have resulted in addictions and
overdoses; and,
WHEREAS, the actions, conduct, and misconduct of these Defendants have
resulted in significant financial cost to the City; and,
WHEREAS, multiple lawsuits have been filed throughout the nation against these
Defendants in order to recoup costs incurred by governmental entities in connection with
these actions; and
WHEREAS, a new national opioid settlement has been reached with six regional
distributor/dispenser defendants, specifically Associated Pharmacies, Inc. (and American
Associated Pharmacies); J M Smith Corporation; Louisiana Wholesale Drug Company,
Inc.; Morris and Dickson Co.; North Carolina Mutual Wholesale Drug Company, Inc.; and
United Natural Foods, Inc. (including its subsidiaries SuperValu and Advantage Logistics)
(collectively, the "Six Remnant Defendants"); and,
WHEREAS, the proposed settlement with the Six Remnant Defendants is intended
to resolve litigation and potential litigation relating to the opioid epidemic and, if effectuated,
will result in the Six Remnant Defendants paying a combined $97,625,000.00 in cash for
purposes of abating the opioid epidemic; and,
WHEREAS, to participate in the Six Remnant Defendants Settlement, each eligible
entity must affirmatively opt in by executing and returning the Combined Subdivision
Participation and Release Form on or before Monday, May 4, 2026; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that participation in the Six Remnant Defendants
Settlement and other settlements in national opioid lawsuits is in the best interest of the
City and will assist the City in offsetting opioid-related costs and supporting opioid
abatement uses as authorized by the settlement terms. `
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
0F SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS, THAT:
SECTION 1.
The City Council finds that there is a substantial need for repayment of opioid-
related expenditures and payment to abate opioid-related harms in and about the City. The
City Council understands that the purpose of the Six Remnant Defendants Settlement is to
resolve claims relating to the opioid epidemic and to provide funds to eligible political
subdivisions for opioid abatement. The City Council further understands that any settlement
funds received by the City must be used for the Core Strategies and Approved Uses set
forth in the Remnant Defendants Settlement Agreement.
SECTION 2.
The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to execute on the City's behalf
the Combined Subdivision Participation and Release Form related to the Six Remnant
Defendants Settlement.
SECTION 3.
Upon execution of the Combined Subdivision Participation and Release Form, the
City Manager is authorized to send the executed form, along with this Resolution and any
other documents necessary for participation in the settlement, as required for the City's
participation in the Six Remnant Defendants Settlement.
SECTION 4.
The City Council hereby further authorizes the City Manager to execute on the City's
behalf future settlements related to national opioid litigation as deemed advisable in order
to offset costs incurred by the City in connection with the abatement of opioid-related harms
and to take other appropriate actions deemed necessary to effectuate such settlements.
SECTION 5.
This Resolution shall take effect from and after the date of its passage.
DULY PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SOUTHLAKE, ON THISc2L9,- DAY OF APRIL 2026.
APPROVED:
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Shawn McCaskill, MAYOR
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