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Accept the grant award for FY 2024 Continuum of Care Grant Renewal from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the Continuum of Care (CoC) /Shelter Plus Care Grant Program in the amount of $916,047 and authorize the Chairman to sign and execute the agreement on behalf of the County in accordance with Administrative Code Sections 1.10 and 22.20 D (1) d. Countywide. (Allison Thall, Community Services Director)
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Community Services - Community Assistance
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Authorized By:
Allison Thall, Community Services Director
Contact/Phone Number:
Carrie Longsworth/407-665-2389
Background:
The HUD Continuum of Care Grant Program, formerly known as the Shelter Plus Care Program, provides rental assistance and supportive services for chronically homeless households, primarily those who are seriously mentally ill; have chronic problems with alcohol, drugs, or both; or have Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) and related diseases and their families.
In March 2025, the Community Services Department received approval from HUD for a renewal grant award in the amount of $916,047 to continue to provide rental assistance and supportive services for the above-mentioned population.
Requested Action:
Staff requests the Board accept the grant award for FY 2024 Continuum of Care Grant Renewal from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the Continuum of Care (CoC) /Shelter Plus Care Grant Program in the amount of $916,047 and authorize the Chairman to sign and execute the agreement on behalf of the County in accordance with Administrative Code Sections 1.10 and 22.20 D (1) d. Countywide.