SUBJECT:
Title
Request Approval of Marion County Standard Professional Services Agreement Emergency Solutions Grant Program Between Marion County and City of Ocala (Budget Impact - Neutral; not to exceed $100,000)
Body
INITIATOR: DEPARTMENT:
Cheryl Martin, Director Community Services
DESCRIPTION/BACKGROUND:
On August 6, 2024, the Board approved the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnership (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Fiscal Year 2023-24 Annual Action Plan for Community Services which is associated with the FY 2024-28 Five (5) Year Consolidated Plan.
The City of Ocala has requested Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) ESG Program (HESG) funding to provide outreach for homeless person(s). These services include coordinated entry, assessment, planning, referrals, monitoring, and advocacy for individuals enrolled in the Ocala/Marion Joint Office of Homeless Prevention program.
BUDGET/IMPACT:
Neutral; not to exceed $100,000
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Recommended action
Motion to approve and authorize Chairman and Clerk to execute all necessary documents associated with Marion County Professional Services HESG Agreement between Marion County and City of Ocala.
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