The Housing and Community Development Department (HCDD) recommends approval of a second amendment to extend a contract with SEARCH Homeless Services (SEARCH) to January 31, 2019 and provide funding up to $802,370.00 for the administration and operation of the Resource Center, Mobile Outreach Program, and case management for formerly homeless persons.
The City will grant SEARCH Homeless Services up to an additional $802,370 in TIRZ and HHSP funds. SEARCH has become a leading homeless services provider in our community, serving more than 10,000 men, women, and children each year. The agency will provide services to 805 unduplicated clients through this extension. The Resource Center allows service providers and case managers to assist clients in obtaining long-term financial assistance through mainstream entitlements such as social security and veterans' benefits. The Mobile Outreach Program performs street outreach and responds to difficult situations that emerge relating to the street homeless population. Intensive Case Management Services are provided to individuals that were formerly homeless with a disabling condition. Other services include referrals for substance abuse counseling, HIV education and testing, job search assistance, and transportation to appointments.
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Category
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Total Contract Amount
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Percentage
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Administration
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$64,190.00
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8%
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Program Services
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$738,180.00
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92%
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Total
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$802,370.00
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100%
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HCDD conducted a Request for Proposals (RFP) for CDBG contracts for fiscal year 2016. SEARCH was one of the agencies selected. This Contract Amendment will extend the contract period through January 31, 2019. SEARCH has received funding through the City of Houston for various contracts since 2000.
This item was reviewed by the Housing and Community Affairs Committee on September 19, 2017.
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Tom McCasland, Director