Posting Language
Title
Authorize negotiation and execution of Amendment No. 10 to the agreement with Foundation Communities, Inc. for the provision of permanent supportive housing services, adding two 12-month extension options each in an amount not to exceed $111,149, for a total agreement amount not to exceed $959,034.
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Lead Department
Austin Public Health
Fiscal Note
Funding for the contract is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.
Prior Council Action:
On June 28, 2018, Council approved Amendment No. 8, which added one 12-month extension option for $111,149 to the agreement, on an 11-0 vote.
For More Information:
Stephanie Hayden, Director, 512-972-5010; Adrienne Sturrup, Assistant Director, 512-972-5167; Vella Karman, Social Services Policy Manager, 512-972-5064; Lucy Thompson, Agenda Coordinator, 512-972-5045.
Additional Backup Information:
Approval of this item will authorize Austin Public Health to negotiate and execute Amendment No. 10 with Foundation Communities, allowing continuation of permanent supportive housing (PSH) services to individuals who have experienced chronic homelessness and frequent use of emergency systems and criminal justice systems.
Council authorization is being sought prior to the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 budget to allow the parties enough time for negotiation and execution of an agreement with a start date of October 1, 2019, ensuring an uninterrupted continuation of services.
Amendment No. 9 was a no-cost amendment to modify a program exhibit. Amendment No. 8 exercised a 12-month extension option beginning October 1, 2018 for $111,149. Amendment No. 7 added a 2.5% cost of living increase in the amount of $2,711, approved by Council for Fiscal Year 2017-2018. Amendment No. 6 exercised a 12-month extension option beginning October 1, 2017 for $108,438. Amendment No. 5 added a 2.3% cost of living increase in the amount of $2,438, approved by Council for Fiscal Year 2016-2017. Amendment No...
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