Our Guiding Principles

IMPACT: We are committed to maximizing the use of American Rescue Plan Act and Opioid Restitution funds for the benefit of Baltimore City residents.

TRANSPARENCY: We will share information and data on how funding decisions are made, how funds are spent, and what results Recovery Programs achieve with agencies and the public.

EQUITY: We will prioritize funding decisions on communities that have been disproportionately harmed.

ACCOUNTABILITY: We will follow federal and City guidelines and requirements to ensure that funds are appropriately spent and accurately accounted for. 

RESPONSIBILITY: We will establish rigorous standards for compliance and performance for grant applicants and recipients to follow while also providing technical assistance and guidance as needed.

CRO Shamiah T. Kerney speaks at the Decorelle Ribbon Cutting event, standing behind a podium labeled "Downtown Boost Program." To her left is Baltimore City Mayor Brandon M. Scott, and to her right is Downtown Partnership of Baltimore President Shelonda Stokes, both in formal attire. They are in front of a building that has "Coming Soon" signage.