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Consider/Discuss/Act on a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Apply for and Accept if Awarded, a Grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), through the Metro Dallas Homeless Alliance (MDHA), for Continuum of Care Rapid Rehousing Funding for Housing and a Case Manager Position at Samaritan Inn
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance the Quality of Life in McKinney
5E. Develop Sustainable Quality of Life Improvements in the City of McKinney
MEETING DATE: August 20, 2019
DEPARTMENT: Housing and Community Development
CONTACT: Janay Tieken, Housing and Community Development Manager
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
* Approve the Resolution
ITEM SUMMARY:
* Rapid Rehousing funding through HUD provides short-term rental assistance (up to one year) for persons experiencing homelessness to provide them with a safe, stable environment from which to rebuild physical, emotional and financial health.
* Funding for a Case Manager to be employed by the Samaritan Inn, will assist participants in dealing with the root causes of homelessness.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
* In the last year, the City of McKinney, along with many other communities, has experienced a rise in the number of individuals experiencing homelessness.
* Based on daily interactions between the McKinney Police Department Homeless Liaison Officer and homeless advocates, the current number of individuals experiencing homelessness in McKinney - living in their vehicles, on the streets or "couch surfing" - is estimated at approximately 150.
* The City of McKinney is a member of the Metro Dallas Homeless Alliance (MDHA) and is accessing these grant funds as part of that organization. MDHA set aside $1.2 million for Collin County due to the rise of homelessness in our area.
* In Collin County, 34% of the homeless are children, 18% are fleeing domestic violence and 54% are employed. Nationally, 11% of the homeless are veterans. The lack of affordable housing is the #1 reason ci...
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