The Housing and Community Development Department (HCDD) recommends approval of a contract between the City of Houston and Houston SRO Housing Corporation (Houston SRO), providing $212,797.90 in Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) funds to finance the administration and operation of a HOPWA community residence with supportive services.
Houston SRO Housing Corporation operates a permanent housing facility originally acquired and rehabilitated with HOPWA funds provided by the City of Houston. The 33 efficiency units are dedicated to housing very-low income, single adults, affected by HIV/AIDS. Houston SRO anticipates serving a minimum of 29 clients annually. 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.
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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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$12,880.00
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6%
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Supportive Services
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$53,068.24
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25%
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Operating Costs
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$146,849.66
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69%
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Total
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$212,797.90
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100%
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HOPWA funds are providing approximately 71% of the cost of this project.
HCDD conducted a Request for Proposals for HOPWA contracts for fiscal year 2019, with a one-year renewal option. Houston SRO was one of the agencies selected. The contract period is December 1, 2018 – November 30, 2019.
Houston SRO began receiving HOPWA funds through the City in 1998.
No Fiscal Note is required on grant items.
The Housing and Community Affairs Committee Chair waived presentation of this item.
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Tom McCasland, Director