Title
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 cited for homelessness - 2019 Collin County Point in Time Survey.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
|
Rental assistance ($1,500 per mo x 12 families x 12 months) |
$216,000 |
|
Apartment/utility deposits ($1,800 x 12 families) |
$ 21,600 |
|
Case Manager salary & benefits (12 months) |
$ 49,050 |
|
TOTAL GRANT REQUEST |
$286,650 |
• There is no match requirement.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
• N/A