The Housing and Community Development Department (HCDD) recommends approval of a second contract amendment exercising the renewal option between the City of Houston and Houston SRO Housing Corporation (Houston SRO) to finance the administration and operation of a Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) community residence with supportive services.
The City will grant Houston SRO $161,051.00 to operate a HOPWA community residence and provide permanent housing and supportive services for low-income persons affected by HIV/AIDS. Houston SRO anticipates serving 35 clients annually. The target population typically consists of individuals who have experienced ongoing substance abuse issues and mental illness. Supportive services include comprehensive case management and referrals for medical, dental, job training, job placement, mental health counseling, and substance abuse counseling. Operating costs include property management, utilities, property insurance, and other costs. HOPWA funds are providing 63% of the cost of this program.
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Category
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Total Contract Services
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Percent
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Administrative
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$9,690.64
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6%
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Supportive Services
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$44,645.54
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28%
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Operating Costs
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$106,714.82
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66%
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Total
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$161,051.00
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100%
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HCDD conducted a Request for Proposals for HOPWA contracts for fiscal year 2016. Houston SRO was one of the agencies selected. The original contract period was from December 1, 2015 - November 30, 2016. The 1st amendment extended the contract through November 30, 2017. This 2nd amendment extends the contract through November 30, 2018.
Houston SRO began receiving HOPWA funds through the City in 1998.
The Housing and Community Affairs Committee reviewed this item on October 17, 2017.
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Tom McCasland, Director