Posting Language
Title
Authorize negotiation and execution of Amendment No. 11 to an agreement with Front Steps, 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 $1,135,443.
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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 September 20, 2018, Council approved Amendment No. 10, which added one 12-month extension option for $111,149, on a 10-0 vote with Council Member Alter absent.
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. 11 with Front Steps, allowing the 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. 10 added one 12-month extension option for $111,149. Amendment No. 9 added a 2.5% cost of living increase in the amount of $2,711, approved by Council for Fiscal Year 2017-2018. Amendment No. 8 exercised a 12-month extension option beginning October 1, 2017 for $108,438. Amendment No. 7 was a no-cost modification of program exhibits. Amendment No. 6 added a 2.3% cost of living increase in the amount of $2,438, approved by Council for Fiscal Year 2016-2017. Amendment No. 5 exercised a 12-month...
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