HomeMy WebLinkAboutContract 61295CSC No. 61295
RENTAL ASSISTANCE LANDLORD AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF FORT WORTH AND CASA SOKO LLC
This RENTAL ASSISTANCE LANDLORD AGREEMENT ("Agreement") is made
and entered into between the CITY OF FORT WORTH ("City"), and CASA SOKO LLC
("Landlord"), each individually referred to as a "party" and collectively referred to as the "parties."
WHEREAS, the City provides rental assistance in the form of monetary payment for a
defined portion of rent due paid directly to the landlord or management company of the property
so long as the landlord or property management agree to certain terms; and
WHEREAS, in the event the City determines the Tenant named below is eligible for a
utility reimbursement payable to their landlord under the Utility Allowance Schedule established
by either the Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office or Fort Worth Housing Solutions, City
will also provide assistance in the form of monetary payment for a defined portion of utilities to
the landlord or management company of the property; and
WHEREAS, ("Tenant") is a participant in the City's rental
assistance program; and
WHEREAS, the City requires that landlords must enter into this Agreement in order to
receive the City's payment of the defined portion of Tenant's rent; and
WHEREAS, Agreement Documents shall consist of this Landlord Services Agreement
and Exhibit A — Copy of Tenant Lease, attached hereto and incorporated herein. In the event of
any conflict between the terms and conditions of Exhibit A and the terms and conditions set forth
in the body of this Agreement, the terms and conditions of this Agreement shall control. It is
understood that City is not bound by any portion of Exhibit A and is only bound by the duties and
obligation set forth in this Landlord Services Agreement.
NOW THEREFORE the Parties in exchange for the benefit received from the other
Party's performance, agree to the following terms and conditions:
1. PROPERTY INFORMATION
Tenant has entered into an agreement with Landlord to rent a 4 BEDROOM ("Lease").
The unit is located at ("Unit"),
as more fully described in Exhibit A.
2. TERM.
This Agreement shall begin on April 1, 2024 and shall expire on March 31, 2025, unless
terminated earlier in accordance with this Agreement ("Initial Term"). The Parties shall have the
option to renew this Agreement by written agreement for additional one-year terms following City
review and approval of request by both Tenant and Landlord under the same terms and conditions,
Rental Assistance Landlord Agreement
OFFICIAL RECORD
CITY SECRETARY
FT. WORTH, TX
provided however that the rental rate and any amounts payable by City shall be provided to the
City in writing for the new term at least 30 days prior to the effective date of the renewal term.
3. COMPENSATION.
3.1 Security Deposit
The Tenant shall pay a security deposit for the Unit to the Landlord in accordance with the
Tenant's lease, attached hereto as Exhibit A. The Landlord will hold this security deposit during
the period the Tenant occupies the dwelling unit under the Lease. The Landlord shall comply with
state and local laws regarding interest payments on security deposits.
After the Tenant has moved from the dwelling unit, the Landlord may, subject to state and
local law, use the security deposit, including any interest on the deposit, as reimbursement for rent
or any other amounts payable by the Tenant under the Lease. The Landlord will give the Tenant a
written list of all items charged against the security deposit and the amount of each item. After
deducting the amount used as reimbursement to the Landlord, the Landlord shall promptly refund
the full amount of the balance to the Tenant.
The named Tenant may be eligible for security deposit payment assistance payable to
Landlord. In the event that the City pays the security deposit for the Unit on behalf of the Tenant
under a federally funded program (including the Permanent Housing Placement Program), after
deducting the amount used as reimbursement to the Landlord, the Landlord will promptly refund
the full amount of the balance of the City Portion to the City in accordance with HUD regulations.
This does not limit Landlord's right to withhold any portion of the deposit that would normally be
withheld at termination under the terms of the underlying lease. Based upon the City's review,
City will pay a $1,295.00 security deposit, to be paid directly to the Landlord.
The Landlord shall immediately notify the City when the Tenant has moved from the Unit.
3.2 Rent and Amounts Payable by City
3.2.1 Rent. The City has been notified that the Tenant's Total Rent during the Initial Term
is $2495.00 per month for the Unit.
The Tenant, during the Initial Term, from April 1, 2024 to April 30, 2024 shall be
responsible for $0.00 of rent per month for the Unit. Beginning Mav 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025,
the Tenant shall be responsible for $690.00 of rent per month for the Unit.
During the Initial Term, from April 1, 2024 to April 30, 2024, City shall pay $2495.00
toward the Tenant's Total Rent for the Unit ("City Portion"). Beginning May 1, 2024 to March
31, 2025, the City shall be responsible for $1,805.00 of rent per month for the Unit. Neither City
nor HUD assumes any obligation for the Tenant's Portion of the rent, or for payment of any claim
by Landlord against Tenant. The City's sole obligation is limited to paying the City Portion of the
Rent in accordance with this Agreement. Tenant shall be liable for rent, payments, and other fees
associated with the Unit and City shall not be obligated by law or in equity for any amount other
than the City Portion.
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3.2.2 Utilities. The named Tenant may be eligible for a utility reimbursement payable to
Landlord. The amount of the allowance has been calculated utilizing the Utility Allowance
Schedule established by the Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office/Fort Worth Housing
Solutions. Based upon the City's review, during the Initial Term, City will pay no more than $0.00
utility reimbursement per month toward the Tenant's utility payments, to be paid directly to the
Landlord.
3.2.3 Payment Conditions. The right of the Landlord to receive payments under this
Agreement shall be subject to compliance with all of the provisions of the Agreement. The
Landlord's signature on this agreement shall be a certification that:
1. The Unit is in decent, safe and sanitary condition, and that the Landlord is providing
the services, maintenance and utilities agreed to in the Lease.
2. The Unit is leased to and occupied by the Tenant named above in this Agreement.
3. The Landlord has not received and will not receive any payments as rent for the
Unit other than those identified in this Agreement.
4. To the best of the Landlord's knowledge, the unit is used solely as the Tenant's
principal place of residence.
3.2.4 Method of Payment. Payments made electronically (i.e.- the City's Automated
Clearing House network) provide more protection against theft and fraud and can be processed
more quickly by the City.
If Landlord registers to be paid under this Agreement electronically, City payments will
generally be made on or about the first day of the month for which the payment is due. Payments
for the first month of the initial term, and any subsequent renewals, may be somewhat delayed as
a result of the registration and initial set-up process.
If Landlord requests payment under this Agreement by paper check, City payments will be
made as promptly as possible following the first day of the month for which payment is due. If
Landlord request payment by check, Landlord assumes all liabilities related to theft, fraud, and
late payments.
If Landlord elects to receive electronic payments, Landlord will not assess any late fee
against Tenant or City for late payments by City so long as payments are made within thirty (30)
days of the day payment is due. In the event that the lease is provided to the City after the payment
date, then Landlord will not assess any late fee against Tenant or City for late payments by City
so long as payments are made within thirty (30) days of the day the lease is received by City. If
Landlord elects to receive payment by paper check, under no circumstances shall late fees be
assessed against Tenant or City for late payment by the City.
3.2.5 Overpayments. If the City determines that the Landlord is not entitled to any
payments received, in addition to other remedies the City may deduct the amount of the
overpayment from any amounts due the Landlord, including the amounts due under any other
Rental Assistance Agreement.
4. TERMINATION.
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4.1. Termination of Tenancy: The Landlord may terminate its lease with the Tenant
only as authorized by and through and following applicable state and local laws. The Landlord
must give the Tenant at least 30 days' written notice of the termination and notify the City in
writing within two business days of notifying the Tenant. This may be done by providing City with
a copy of the required notice to the tenant. This Agreement shall automatically terminate on the
date the tenant's lease terminates.
4.2 Termination of Landlord Services Agreement
4.2.1 Written Notice. The City may terminate this Agreement immediately in writing in
the event that Landlord breaches this Agreement. City may also terminate this Agreement at any
time and for any reason by providing Landlord with 30 days' written notice of termination.
4.2.2 Non -appropriation of Funds. In the event no funds or insufficient funds are
appropriated by City in any fiscal period for any payments due hereunder, City will notify Landlord
of such occurrence and this Agreement shall terminate on the last day of the fiscal period for which
appropriations were received without penalty or expense to City of any kind whatsoever, except
as to the portions of the payments herein agreed upon for which funds have been appropriated.
4.3 Duties and Obligations of the Parties. In the event that this Agreement is terminated
prior to the Expiration Date, City shall pay Landlord the City Portion of the Total Rent for the
months the Tenant actually occupied the Unit and the Landlord complied with all of the terms and
conditions of this Agreement prior to the date of expiration or termination. City shall not be
obligated for any additional fees or expenses of any kind. If City has paid any portion of the City
Portion for a month that is after the effective date of termination of this Agreement, Landlord shall
refund that portion within thirty days of the effective date of termination by check made out to the
City of Fort Worth Neighborhood Services Department In the event of any dispute arising out of
this Agreement, the only remedy Landlord may assert for any claim, no matter the kind or
character, arising out of this Agreement is for the City Portion of the Tenant's Total Rent for the
months that Tenant occupied the unit and this Agreement was in effect.
5. HOUSING QUALITY STANDARDS AND LANDLORD -PROVIDED SERVICES
5.1 The Landlord agrees to maintain and operate the Unit and related facilities to provide
decent, safe and sanitary housing in accordance with 24 CFR Section 882.109, including
all of the services, maintenance and utilities agreed to in the Lease.
5.2 The City shall have the right to inspect the Unit and related facilities at least annually, and
at such other times as may be necessary to assure that the Unit is in decent, safe, and
sanitary condition, and is in compliance with applicable local codes, and that required
maintenance, services and utilities are provided.
5.3 If the City determines that the Landlord is not meeting these obligations, the City shall
have the right, even if the Tenant continues in occupancy, to terminate payment of the
City's Portion of the Total Rent and/or terminate the Agreement without any cost or
expense of any kind whatsoever to City.
6. FAIR HOUSING REQUIREMENT
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6.1 Nondiscrimination. The Landlord shall not, in the provision of services or in any
other manner, discriminate against any person on the grounds of age, race, color, creed, religion,
sex, handicap, national origin, or familial status. The obligation of the Landlord to comply with
Fair Housing and Civil Rights Requirements inures to the benefit of the United States of America,
the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the City, any of which shall be entitled
to involve any of the remedies available by law to redress any breach or to compel compliance by
the Landlord.
6.2 Cooperation in Compliance Reviews. The Landlord shall comply with the City and
with HUD in conducting Fair Housing and Civil Rights and other applicable compliance reviews
and complaint investigations pursuant to all applicable Fair Housing Law, civil rights statutes,
Executive Orders and all related rules and regulations.
6.3 Landlord, for itself, its personal representatives, assigns, subcontractors and
successors in interest, as part of the consideration herein, agrees that in the performance of
Landlord's duties and obligations hereunder, it shall not discriminate in the treatment or
employment of any individual or group of individuals on any basis prohibited by law, including
City ordinances. IF ANY CLAIM ARISES FROM AN ALLEGED VIOLATION OF THIS
NON-DISCRIMINATION COVENANT BY LANDLORD, ITS PERSONAL
REPRESENTATIVES, ASSIGNS, SUBCONTRACTORS OR SUCCESSORS IN
INTEREST, LANDLORD AGREES TO ASSUME SUCH LIABILITY AND TO
INDEMNIFY AND DEFEND CITY AND HOLD CITY HARMLESS FROM SUCH
CLAIM.
7. RIGHTS OF CITY IF LANDLORD BREACHES THE AGREEMENT
7.1 Any of the following shall constitute a breach of the Agreement:
(1) If the Landlord has violated any obligation under this Agreement; or
(2) If the Landlord has demonstrated any intention to violate any obligation
under this Agreement; or
If the Landlord has committed any fraud or made any false statement in
connection with the Agreement, or has committed fraud or made any false
statement in connection with any Federal housing assistance program.
7.2 The City shall notify the Landlord in writing of its determination that a breach has
occurred, including a brief statement of the reasons for the determination. The notice to the
landlord may, at the City's sole discretion, allow the Landlord a defined time period in which the
Landlord may take corrective action to remedy the breach.
7.3 The City's right and remedies for breach of this Agreement shall not be limited by
any provision of this Agreement and City shall be able to seek all remedies available under any
applicable laws.
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8. NO THIRD PARTY BENEFICIARIES
8.1 The City does not assume any responsibility for, or liability to, any person injured
as a result of the Landlord's action or failure to act in connection with the implementation of this
Agreement, or as a result of any other action or failure to act by the Landlord.
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8.2 The Landlord is not the agent of the City and this Agreement does not create or
affect any relationship between the City and any lender to the Landlord, or any suppliers,
employees, contractors or subcontractors used by the Landlord in connection with this Agreement.
8.3 Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as creating any right of the Tenant or
a third party (other than HUD) to enforce any provision of this Agreement or to assess any claim
against HUD, the City or the Landlord under this Agreement.
9. DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICTS AND CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION.
9.1 Disclosure of Conflicts. Landlord hereby warrants to City that Landlord has made
full disclosure in writing of any existing or potential conflicts of interest related to Landlord's
services under this Agreement. In the event that any conflicts of interest arise after the Effective
Date of this Agreement, Landlord hereby agrees immediately to make full disclosure to City in
writing.
9.2 Confidential Information. Landlord, for itself and its officers, agents and
employees, agrees that it shall treat all information provided to it by City ("City Information") as
confidential and shall not disclose any such information to a third party without the prior written
approval of City.
9.3 Unauthorized Access. Landlord shall store and maintain City Information in a
secure manner and shall not allow unauthorized users to access, modify, delete or otherwise
corrupt City Information in any way. Landlord shall notify City immediately if the security or
integrity of any City Information has been compromised or is believed to have been compromised,
in which event, Landlord shall, in good faith, use all commercially reasonable efforts to cooperate
with City in identifying what information has been accessed by unauthorized means and shall fully
cooperate with City to protect such City Information from further unauthorized disclosure.
10. RIGHT TO AUDIT.
Landlord agrees that City or HUD shall, until the expiration of five (5) years after final
payment under this Agreement, including any renewal terms, or the final conclusion of any audit
commenced during the said three years, have access to and the right to examine at reasonable times
any directly pertinent books, documents, papers and records, including, but not limited to, all
electronic records, of Landlord involving transactions relating to this Agreement as HUD or the
City may reasonably require at no additional cost to City or HUD. Landlord agrees that City or
HUD shall have access during normal working hours to all necessary Landlord facilities and shall
be provided adequate and appropriate work space in order to conduct audits in compliance with
the provisions of this section. City or HUD shall give Landlord reasonable advance notice of
intended audits.
This section shall survive the expiration or termination of this Agreement.
11. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR.
It is expressly understood and agreed that Landlord shall operate as an independent
contractor as to all rights and privileges and work performed under this Agreement, and not as
agent, representative or employee of City. Subject to and in accordance with the conditions and
provisions of this Agreement, Landlord shall have the exclusive right to control the details of its
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operations and activities and be solely responsible for the acts and omissions of its officers, agents,
servants, employees, consultants and subcontractor. Landlord acknowledges that the doctrine of
respondent superior shall not apply as between City, its officers, agents, servants and employees,
and Landlord, its officers, agents, employees, servants, Landlords and subcontractors. Landlord
further agrees that nothing herein shall be construed as the creation of a partnership or joint
enterprise between City and Landlord. It is further understood that City shall in no way be
considered a Co -employer or a Joint employer of Landlord or any officers, agents, servants,
employees or subcontractor of Landlord. Neither Landlord, nor any officers, agents, servants,
employees or subcontractor of Landlord shall be entitled to any employment benefits from City.
Landlord shall be responsible and liable for any and all payment and reporting of taxes on behalf
of itself, and any of its officers, agents, servants, employees or subcontractor.
12. LIABILITY AND INDEMNIFICATION.
12.1 LIABILITY - LANDLORD SHALL BE LIABLE AND RESPONSIBLE FOR
ANY AND ALL PROPERTY LOSS, PROPERTY DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY,
INCLUDING DEATH, TO ANY AND ALL PERSONS, OF ANY KIND OR CHARACTER,
WHETHER REAL OR ASSERTED, TO THE EXTENT CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENT
ACT(S) OR OMISSION(S), MALFEASANCE OR INTENTIONAL MISCONDUCT OF
LANDLORD, ITS OFFICERS, AGENTS, SERVANTS OR EMPLOYEES.
12.2 GENERAL INDEMNIFICATION - LANDLORD HEREBY COVENANTS
AND AGREES TO INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMLESS AND DEFEND CITY, ITS
OFFICERS, AGENTS, SERVANTS AND EMPLOYEES, FROM AND AGAINST ANY AND
ALL CLAIMS OR LAWSUITS OF ANY KIND OR CHARACTER, WHETHER REAL OR
ASSERTED, FOR EITHER PROPERTY DAMAGE OR LOSS (INCLUDING ALLEGED
DAMAGE OR LOSS TO LANDLORD'S BUSINESS AND ANY RESULTING LOST
PROFITS) AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING DEATH, TO ANY AND ALL
PERSONS, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS AGREEMENT, TO THE
EXTENT CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENT ACTS OR OMISSIONS OR MALFEASANCE OF
LANDLORD, ITS OFFICERS, AGENTS, SERVANTS OR EMPLOYEES.
LANDLORD ACKNOWLEDGES AND AGREES THAT CITY SHALL HAVE NO
LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBLITY FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR CHARACTER
TO THE UNIT RENTED TO THE TENANT OR ANY OTHER PROPERTY OWNED BY
LANDLORD.
Section 12 shall survive the expiration or termination of this Agreement.
13. ASSIGNMENT AND SUBCONTRACTING.
13.1 Assignment. Landlord shall not assign or subcontract any of its duties, obligations
or rights under this Agreement without the prior written consent of City. If City grants consent to
an assignment, the assignee shall execute a written agreement with City and Landlord under which
the assignee agrees to be bound by the duties and obligations of Landlord under this Agreement.
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Landlord and Assignee shall be jointly liable for all obligations of Landlord under this Agreement
prior to the effective date of the assignment.
13.2 Subcontract. If City grants consent to a subcontract, sub Landlord shall execute a
written agreement with Landlord referencing this Agreement under which sub Landlord shall agree
to be bound by the duties and obligations of Landlord under this Agreement as such duties and
obligations may apply. Landlord shall provide City with a fully executed copy of any such
subcontract.
14. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS, ORDINANCES, RULES AND REGULATIONS.
Landlord agrees that in the performance of its obligations hereunder, it shall comply with
all applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations and that any work
performed at the Unit in connection with this Agreement will also comply with all applicable
federal, state and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations. If City notifies Landlord of any
violation of such laws, ordinances, rules or regulations, Landlord shall immediately desist from
and correct the violation.
15. NOTICES.
Notices required pursuant to the provisions of this Agreement shall be conclusively
determined to have been delivered when (1) hand -delivered to the other party, its agents,
employees, servants or representatives, (2) delivered by facsimile with electronic confirmation of
the transmission, or (3) received by the other party by United States Mail, registered, return receipt
requested, addressed as follows:
To CITY:
City of Fort Worth
Attn: Fernando Costa, Assistant City Manager
200 Texas Street
Fort Worth, TX 76102-6314
Facsimile: (817) 392-8654
With copy to Fort Worth Neighborhood
Services Depai linent, Attention: Compliance
Division at same address
To LANDLORD:
Alfonso Burciaga
Casa Soko, LLC
9848 Milkweed Ln.
Fort Worth, TX 76117
16. GOVERNMENTAL POWERS.
It is understood and agreed that by execution of this Agreement, City does not waive or
surrender any of its governmental powers or immunities.
17. NO WAIVER.
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The failure of City or Landlord to insist upon the performance of any term or provision of
this Agreement or to exercise any right granted herein shall not constitute a waiver of City's or
Landlord's respective right to insist upon appropriate performance or to assert any such right on
any future occasion.
18. GOVERNING LAW / VENUE.
This Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas. If
any action, whether real or asserted, at law or in equity, is brought pursuant to this Agreement,
venue for such action shall lie in state courts located in Tarrant County, Texas or the United States
District Court for the Northern District of Texas, Fort Worth Division.
19. SEVERABILITY.
If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, the
validity, legality and enforceability of the remaining provisions shall not in any way be affected or
impaired.
20. FORCE MAJEURE.
City and Landlord shall exercise their best efforts to meet their respective duties and
obligations as set forth in this Agreement, but shall not be held liable for any delay or omission
in performance due to force majeure or other causes beyond their reasonable control, including,
but not limited to, compliance with any government law, ordinance or regulation, acts of God,
acts of the public enemy, fires, strikes, lockouts, natural disasters, wars, riots, material or labor
restrictions by any governmental authority, transportation problems and/or any other similar
causes.
21. HEADINGS NOT CONTROLLING.
Headings and titles used in this Agreement are for reference purposes only, shall not be
deemed a part of this Agreement, and are not intended to define or limit the scope of any provision
of this Agreement.
22. REVIEW OF COUNSEL.
The parties acknowledge that each party and its counsel have reviewed and revised this
Agreement and that the normal rules of construction to the effect that any ambiguities are to be
resolved against the drafting party shall not be employed in the interpretation of this Agreement
or Exhibit A.
23. AMENDMENTS/ MODIFICATIONS/ EXTENSIONS.
No amendment, modification, or extension of this Agreement shall be binding upon a party
hereto unless set forth in a written instrument, which is executed by an authorized representative
of each party.
24. ENTIRETY OF AGREEMENT.
This Agreement, including Exhibit A, contains the entire understanding and agreement
between City and Landlord, their assigns and successors in interest, as to the matters contained
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herein. Any prior or contemporaneous oral or written agreement is hereby declared null and void
to the extent in conflict with any provision of this Agreement.
25. COUNTERPARTS AND ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE.
This Agreement may be executed in multiple counterparts, each of which shall be an
original and all of which shall constitute one and the same instrument. A facsimile copy or
computer image, such as a PDF or tiff image, or a signature, shall be treated as and shall have the
same effect as an original.
26. SIGNATURE AUTHORITY AND WARRANTY.
The person signing this Agreement hereby warrants that he/she has the legal authority to
execute this Agreement on behalf of the respective party, and that such binding authority has been
granted by proper order, resolution, ordinance or other authorization of the entity. Each party is
fully entitled to rely on these warranties and representations in entering into this Agreement or any
amendment hereto.
By signing this Agreement, Landlord warrants that the Unit is in decent, safe, and sanitary
condition as defined in 24 CFR Section 882.109, and that the Landlord has the legal right to lease
the Unit during the term.
27. CHANGE IN COMPANY NAME OR OWNERSHIP
Landlord shall notify City's Neighborhood Services Department, Compliance Division and
City of Fort Worth Financial Management Services Department, Purchasing Division, , in writing,
of a company name, ownership, or address change for the purpose of maintaining updated City
records. The president of Landlord or authorized official must sign the letter. A letter indicating
changes in a company name or ownership must be accompanied with supporting legal
documentation such as an updated W-9, documents filed with the state indicating such change,
copy of the board of director's resolution approving the action, or an executed merger or
acquisition agreement. Failure to provide the specified documentation so may adversely impact
future invoice payments.
28. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION
Landlord acknowledges that CITY is a governmental entity and is subject to the Texas
Public Information Act ("Act"). By executing this agreement, Landlord acknowledges that this
agreement will be publicly available on the CITY's website, and Landlord is therefore waiving
any claim of confidentiality, whether based in statute or the common law, to any and all materials
contained as part of this agreement including all documents and information referenced herein or
attached hereto.
29. PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING WITH COMPANIES THAT BOYCOTT
ISRAEL
If Landlord has less than ten employees, this contract is for less than $100,000, or Landlord
does not meet the definition of a "company" under the applicable section of the Texas Government
Code, this provision shall not apply. Landlord acknowledges that in accordance with Chapter 2270
of the Texas Government Code, the City is prohibited from entering into a contract with a company
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for goods or services unless the contract contains a written verification from the company that it:
(1) does not boycott Israel; and (2) will not boycott Israel during the term of the contract. The
terms "boycott Israel" and "company" shall have the meanings ascribed to those terms in Section
808.001 of the Texas Government Code. By signing this contract, Landlord certifies that
Landlord's signature provides written verification to the City that Landlord: (1) does not boycott
Israel; and (2) will not boycott Israel during the term of the contract.
30. PROHIBITION ON BOYCOTTING ENERGY COMPANIES
Landlord acknowledges that in accordance with Chapter 2276 of the Texas Government
Code, City is prohibited from entering into a contract for goods or services that has a value of
$100,000 or more that is to be paid wholly or partly from public funds of the City with a company
with 10 or more full-time employees unless the contract contains a written verification from the
company that it: (1) does not boycott energy companies; and (2) will not boycott energy companies
during the term of the contract. To the extent that Chapter 2276 of the Government Code is
applicable to this Agreement, by signing this Agreement, Landlord certifies that Landlord's
signature provides written verification to City that Landlord: (1) does not boycott energy
companies; and (2) will not boycott energy companies during the term of this Agreement.
31. PROHIBITION ON DISCRIMINATION AGAINST FIREARM AND
AMMUNITION INDUSTRIES
Landlord acknowledges that except as otherwise provided by Chapter 2274 of the Texas
Government Code, City is prohibited from entering into a contract for goods or services that has a
value of $100,000 or more that is to be paid wholly or partly from public funds of the City with a
company with 10 or more full-time employees unless the contract contains a written verification
from the company that it: (1) does not have a practice, policy, guidance, or directive that
discriminates against a firearm entity or firearm trade association; and (2) will not discriminate
during the term of the contract against a firearm entity or firearm trade association. To the extent
that Chapter 2274 of the Government Code is applicable to this Agreement, by signing this
Agreement, Landlord certifies that Landlord's signature provides written verification to City that
Landlord: (1) does not have a practice, policy, guidance, or directive that discriminates against a
firearm entity or firearm trade association; and (2) will not discriminate against a firearm entity or
firearm trade association during the term of this Agreement.
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ACCEPTED AND AGREED:
CITY OF FORT WORTH:
By:
Name: Fernando Costa
Title: Assistant City Manager
Date: Apr 18, 2024
APPROVAL RECOMMENDED:
By:
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Amy onnoll (Apr 18, 2 4R1 11:56 CDT)
Name: Amy Connolly
Title: Acting Neighborhood Services
Director,
Neighborhood Services Department
ATTEST:
By:
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Name: Jannette Goodall
Title: City Secretary
CONTRACT COMPLIANCE
MANAGER:
By signing I acknowledge that I am the
person responsible for the monitoring and
administration of this contract, including
ensuring all performance and reporting
requirements.
By: Cgn,d e-e-
Name: Cyndee Garza
Title: Sr. Human Services Specialist
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGALITY:
uJ
By:
Name: Jessika Williams
Title: Assistant City Attorney
CONTRACT AUTHORIZATION:
M&C: 23-0631
LANDLORD:
Alfonso T Yurciaja
By: Alfonso J Burciaga (Apr 16, 2024 14:37 T)
Date:
Name: Alfonso Burciaga
Title: Landlord
Apr 16, 2024
Rental Assistance Landlord Agreement
OFFICIAL RECORD
CITY SECRETARY
FT. WORTH, TX
EXHIBIT A
Copy of Tenant's Lease
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9848 Milkweed Ln
Fort Worth, TX 76177
817-683-9976
rentmenow@live.com
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NECESSARY FOR COMPLETE UNDERSTANDING AND COMPLIANCE. THIS
PROPERTY IS MANAGED BY AN INVESTOR REPRESENTING HIS INTERESTS AND/OR
INTERESTS OF THE LANDLORDWGENTS OF THE REAL PROPERTY.
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Rent will start 7 - / - a 1] and will continue until the last day of 3 - 3 f - 0?-S . If
Resident takes possession of the property on any day other than the first of the month, Resident shall pay a full
month's rent upon signing this agreement, then a prorated amount on the basis of a thirty day month, due on the
first day of the month following this agreement.
2. Landlord is the agent for service of notice on this property and may be contacted by mail at the official office
address above. Office address is subject to change by written notice. All correspondence between the parties
of this agreement shall be in writing or email.
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3. The amount of the rent will be $ of 7 !. 0 due in advance the last business day of the month
prior to the month for which the rent is due. Resident understands and agrees that if the total rent is not received
by the 1ST of each month at noon, there will be a $75 00 late fee charge per month per pay period in addition to
the full rent due. In addition to late fee there will be a $15 per day fee until full rent is paid. If a check is retumed
by Resident's bank for any reason, Resident understands and agrees that there will be a $50.00 retumed check
charge in addition to the full rent and late charges due. In addition, resident will have to pay using cashier's checks
or money orders from then on. Tenant agrees to add minimum $50.00 rent increase per rent period renewed.
Your rent payment is critical! No excuses will be accepted for non-payment including ill health, accident, loss of
job financial problems family emergencies, etc.' FAILURE TO PAY RENT WHEN DUE CAN RESULT IN
IMMEDIATE TERMINATION OF THIS RENTAL AGREEMENT AND EVICTION.
The first 60 days Landlord will pay any service fees needed. After the first 60 days Tenant responsible for all
general maintenance of the house. If a company is required to service any Plumbing, Electrical, Ac or Heating
systems then the tenant is responsible for the first $75.00 per service call for any Appliance, Plumbing, Electrical
AC & Heating, service calls needed to maintain the property.
4. USE: The property will be used only as living quarters for the following people:
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Residents agree that premises will not be used for a day care or babysitting business.
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5. MAILING OR DELIVERY OF RENTS: Checks sent by the mail are done so at the sender's own risk. Rents will be credited
as paid only when actually received by Landlord. To avoid the risk of lost checks, you may DELIVER your rent to Landlord, at
it's office address. If you would prefer to mail your rent it is recommended it be mailed at least one week early to allow for any
delay in delivery and sent to the address at the beginning of this agreement. Remember, if your rent is lost in the mail, it has not
been paid!
6. UTILITIES: Tenant is responsible for payment of all utilities which are billed separately to the unit including electricity, gas,
telephone, Internet service, and cable TV charges Incurred during their tenancy and thereafter until they terminate these services.
Tenant specifically authorizes the Landlord\Agent to charge him for all unpaid amounts as additional rent. Residents shall not
allow electricity to be disconnected by any means (including nonpayment of bill) until the end of the lease term or renewal period.
7. Resident agrees to have a telephone installed and to provide the number to the Landlord'Agent within 3 days of installation.
Tenant will also notify LandlordlAgent within 3 days of any future changes of phone number.
8. RECEIPT OF MONIES BY Landlord Resident and Landlord hereby agree that all monies received by Landlord, or its agents
shall first be applied to any and all charges due other than rent and the balance of any monies received shall be applied toward
rent due.
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9. SECURITY DEPOSIT: Security deposit is $ &k ! Resident and Landlord/Agent agree that within sixty
(60) days after termination of this Rental Agreement or surrender and acceptance of the Property, whichever occurs last, Landlord/Agent shall provide
Resident at his/her last known address with a written statement listing the reasons for any and all charges against the security deposit, and refund the
balance of the security deposit (if any) therewith. The security deposit shall be returned to Resident only after each and all of the following conditions have
been met:
1. The rental term must end on the date specified in Section 1, and Resident must not have held over. "Holding over is defined as
retaining possession after either party has given written notice of termination.
2. Prior to date of termination or expiration thirty days written notice must have been given by Resident to Landlord/Agent or their
authorized representative.
3. There are no unpaid charges, damages or rentals due by Resident hereunder.
4. The Property, including designated kitchen appliances, has been cleaned and left in the same condition as it was received. If
Resident fails to clean and leave the property in the same condition as it was received reasonable charges to complete such cleaning
plus a profit for Landlord/agents oversight shall be deducted.
5. The received condition noted in Section 9. B.4 above is defined as that condition recorded by the Resident on the move -in inspection
and inventory record noted in Section 10. After inspection by Landlord/Agents representative, which Resident agrees will be done at
Landlord/Agent's convenience with or without notice of the inspection time and date, or appropriate charges will be deducted for any
unpaid damages or repairs to the Property or its contents (beyond reasonable wear); insufficient Tight bulbs; stickers, scratches, bums
or holes, etc., on the walls, doors, floors, draperies, carpets and/or furniture, etc. Altematively, the inspection and inventory record
submitted by the Resident will be compared with the inspection and inventory record submitted by the new Resident and appropriate
charges deducted as above. Costs for cleaning, repairs. and any other items required to bring unit back into rentable condition will
be charged at an amount higher than Landlord/Agents cost so as to ensure Landlord/Agent a profit for oversight or involvement in
such preparation.
C. The security deposit or other like amounts received by Landlord/Agent from Resident pursuant to this Rental Agreement will be held and
disbursed subject to the terms of this Rental Agreement and law. In the event Landlord/Agent appoints its agent, broker or manager to hold and
disburse said funds Resident hereby consents to such appointment. In the event of a sale of the premises by owner, upon Landlord/Agent.'s
compliance with the applicable law, Resident will look solely to the successor owner, or said owner's agent, broker or manager, as the case may
be, for satisfaction of all claims relating to said security deposit and shall not look to original owner or Landlord/Agent.
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10. ACCEPTANCE OF PROPERTY: The property is accepted as is and in its current state of cleanliness and will be retumed
in the same approximate condition. If you wish to pay $300.00 extra cleaning fee to have hired maids clean the property prior to
moving in, the Landlord\Agent will arrange it. The Resident has been given the opportunity to fully inspect the property and
warrants that the property being rented is hereby accepted as being in good and safe condition together with all furnishings
unless a written exception is delivered to the LandlordlAgent within 3 days after signing this agreement. Only those items
included in said written exception shall be accepted as defective, missing or in need of remedial action. The absence of such
notice shall be conclusive proof that there was no defective or hazardous equipment or conditions existing as of the start of the
tenancy. An inspection and inventory record may be written up by Resident for the purpose of documenting any defects as well
as the serial numbers and description of appliances and personal property located on the premises. This will establish the "base
line" condition of the property and the property inventory for which the tenant will be held accountable. Only after this record has
been filled in and delivered to Landlord, within the above 3-day time limit will necessary action be initiated to make any needed
repairs. Any defects noted after the first 3 days will be presumed to have been caused by the Resident. TIME IS OF THE
ESSENCE IN RETURNING THIS INFORMATION.
11. PETS: ABSOLUTELY NO PETS OR ANIMALS OF ANY KIND PERMITTED with out written consent of Landlord. No
animals of any kind shall be kept or harbored in the leased Property or on the exterior of the property. Any Pets that are found
to be on the property will be presumed to be strays and will be disposed of by the appropriate agency as prescribed by law,
unless there is written consent of Land lord. Pet fee is $35.00/month for 1st pet and $10.00 per additional pets;per month.
12. MOTOR VEHICLES: Resident and Landlord agree that any abandoned, unlicensed, derelict, and/or inoperable vehicles
parked on the premises may be towed off the premises by Landlord at the vehicle owner's expense after posting a 72 hour notice
in a conspicuous place on the vehicle indicating Landlord's intent to tow said vehicle. Resident further agrees not to store and/or
park any trailer, camper, boat, or any other similar recreational item or vehicle on the premises without the written consent of
Landlord.
13. RULES AND REGULATIONS: Resident, Resident's guests and occupants shall comply with written unit rules (including
community policies) which shall be considered part of this lease. Landlord may make reasonable rule changes if in writing and
distributed to all units in the unit community. Changes are effective immediately. Resident shall be liable to Landlord for damages
caused by Resident or Resident's guests or occupants. Sidewalks, steps, entrance halls, walkways and stairs shall not be
obstructed or used for any purpose other than ingress or egress.
14. DISORDERLY CONDUCT: Resident agrees not to permit or suffer any disorderly conduct, noise, vibration, odors or other
nuisance whatever about the Property, having a tendency to annoy or disturb any persons occupying adjacent Properties and
to use no machinery or any other apparatus which would damage the Property or annoy other Residents.
15. MAINTENANCE: All maintenance requests that will cost more than $75.00 per repair must be approved in writing before
any repairs are done by Landlord. All maintenance requests need to be sent in writing to the Landlord/Agent. Resident may call
817-683-9976 for emergencies. A written request must follow each phone call within two days to be a
valid maintenance request. As part of this tenancy, Resident shall supply and maintain smoke detector(s), carbon monoxide
detector(s) and fire extinguisher(s). Resident agrees to test smoke detector(s) and carbon monoxide detector(s) on a regular
basis and to change batteries as necessary. Resident agrees that any blockages in plumbing and drains or any broken glass
that is not revealed on the inspection and inventory record at time of move in are the full responsibility of the Resident regardless
of cause. Should Resident request repairs to these items, the full amount due for repair will be payable immediately as additional
rent due. Resident agrees to make a diligent effort to repair any hazardous conditions at his expense to be remedied at once.
Landlord will have 30 days after receiving written notification to fix any major breakdown. No rental credit will be given for the
first 30 days or for any contractor's delays.
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16. PAYMENT OF FUTURE RENT: In the event of the failure of the Resident to pay any rents or other monetary obligations due
hereunder, Landlord, besides other rights and remedies he may have at his option, may either terminate this lease or from time
to time without terminating this lease relet the Property. Upon such reletting, all rentals and other sums received by Landlord
from such reletting, shall be applied, first to the payment of debt other than rent due to Landlord; second, to costs and expenses
of reletting; third, to past due rent, with the residue, if any, to be held by Landlord and applied as payment of future rent as the
same become due and payable hereunder. No such re-entry or retaking possession of said Property by Landlord shall be
construed as an election on his part to terminate this lease unless written notice of such intention be given to the Resident or
unless the termination hereof be decreed by a Court of competent jurisdiction.
17. ABANDONMENT: Formal written notice, with provision for timely rent payment, is required if there will be an intended
absence. If the premises appear to be unoccupied for 15 days while rent is due and unpaid, and Resident has not given
Landlord\Agent written notice as to the Residents intentions, then the LandlordlAgent is authorized to take immediate
possession. Property left unclaimed more than 15 days shall be presumed to have been abandoned. The Resident herein gives
the Landlord\Agent specific authority, without recourse, to dispose of the abandoned property in any manner the Landlord\Agent chooses
that does not violate applicable statutes, without any recourse whatsoever on the part of Resident, as full liquidated damages for lost rents
or damages sustained by the Landlord\Agent because of said abandonment.
18. ASSIGNMENT: Resident shall not assign this Agreement or sublet the Property or any part thereof and shall not allow any
person to occupy the same other than persons to whom the Property is rented under this Agreement without prior written consent
of Landlord.
19. ACCESS: Resident shall allow Landlord access at all reasonable times to the Property for the purpose of inspection, to make
repairs that have been requested by the resident, or to show the Property to prospective purchasers, mortgagees of the Property
building, or to any other person having a legitimate interest therein, or to make necessary repairs or improvements. Landlord
shall not, unless requested in writing, give Resident notice prior to entering the Property for routine situations requiring access
to the Property. Resident agrees that in case of emergency or apparent abandonment, Landlord may enter the Property without
consent of Resident.
20. RE -RENTING ACCESS AND FEE: In the event this agreement is terminated prior to the date stated in paragraph 1, or
should a 30-day written notice to vacate not be submitted as required herein, the parties to this agreement agree that the
Landlord/Agent shall be deemed to be damaged in re -rental costs difficult to determine. To cover expenses including but not
exclusive of those for advertising, bookkeeping and leasing fees, it is agreed that a re -rental fee equal to the then current monthly
rental amount, less $5.00 will be assessed to Resident as liquidated damages for the aforementioned expenses. Resident
agrees that Landlord shall have the right to show the Property to prospective residents at reasonable times for a period of thirty
(30) days prior to expiration of this tenancy, or upon having received written notice from Resident of an intention to vacate.
Landlord shall, whenever practicable, give Resident 24 hours notice.
21. LEGAL COSTS: If the Resident desires to continue to rent the premises after being in default or after being served for
eviction or with notice of termination, he agrees to reimburse the Landlord/Agent for actual costs incurred to enforce collection
of rents, to serve notices, for filing fees, etc., including costs of collectors, deputies, marshals, police constables, etc., prior to
regaining entry or reinstatement of his status as Resident. In the event of any legal dispute involving the courts, in consideration
of the mutual covenants expressed herein, both Resident and the Landlord/Agent warrant that they will each pay their own legal
costs and expenses of lawyers and court costs etc. and hereby hold the other harmless for such costs.
22. NOTICE TO QUIT AND HOLDOVER: RESIDENT AGREES, AT LEAST THIRTY (30) DAYS PRIOR TO THE EXPIRATION
OF THE DATE IN PARAGRAPH 1, TO GIVE WRITTEN NOTICE TO AGENT OF THE INTENTION TO VACATE THE SUBJECT
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PROPERTY AT THE END OF THE TERM OF THE LEASE. AND IF SUCH NOTICE IS NOT TIMELY GIVEN, THE RESIDENT
SHALL BE LIABLE FOR AND AGREES TO PAY TO THE AGENT, THE RENT DUE FOR THE FOLLOWING MONTH IF THE
SUBJECT PROPERTY IS NOT RE -RENTED. In the event that the Resident holds over the Property after the term of the Rental
Agreement, the same shall be deemed to be month -to -month residency, with an increase of Minimum $50.00 in the monthly
rental amount due per Year, with all other provisions of the Rental Agreement, including the provision requiring at least thirty (30)
_ days notice of Resident's intention to vacate upon the expiration of the lease term, shall remain in effect. Resident agrees that
unless a notice to vacate is received on the first of a given month, the effective date of such notice shall be the first of the following
month.
23. LIABILITY: Landlord and Resident further agree that Owner or Landlord will not be liable for any damages or losses to
person or property caused by other residents, or persons, theft, burglary, vandalism, or other crimes. Landlord or Owner shall
not be liable for personal injury or for damage to or Toss of Residents personal property (fumiture, jewelry, clothing, etc.) from
fire, flood, water leaks, rain, hail, ice, snow, smoke, explosions, interruption of utilities, foundation issues, or acts of God unless
same is due to negligence of Owner or Landlord. Landlord strongly recommends that Resident secure his own insurance to
protect against all of the above events. Resident has inspected existing locks and latches and agrees they are safe and
acceptable, subject to Landlord's duty to make needed repairs of same upon written request of Resident. Landlord shall have no
duty to furnish alarms of any kind, security guards, or additional locks and latches.
24. POSSESSION: If Landlord\Agent is unable to deliver possession of the premises within seven days of the commencement
date stated above, then this contract may be terminated at the Landlord\Agent's option and all funds received from Resident will
be returned. Resident agrees to hold Landlord\Agent harmless for any further obligations and or consequential damages.
25. In the event any portion of this contract shall be found to be insupportable under the State Statutes in which the property is
located, the remaining provisions shall continue to be valid and subject to enforcement in the courts without exception. In like
manner, any obligations of either Landlord\Agent or Resident which may become law shall be binding on both parties as if
included herein. All rights granted to the LandlordlAgent by the Resident shall be cumulative and in addition to any new law
which might come into being. Any exercise, or failure to exercise, by the Landlord\Agent of any right shall not act as a waiver of
any other rights. This contract represents the total agreement between the parties hereto. No other terms or conditions
shall have any effect unless endorsed herein in writing and initialed by the parties.
26. JOINT AND SEVERAL LIABILITY: It is understood and agreed that each party signing this Rental Agreement is liable for
the full amount of any and all financial obligations herein and is further agreed that each and all of the signors herein are jointly
and severally liable for any and all financial obligations.
27. By signing this rental contract you stipulate and warrant that all questions have been answered and that you
thoroughly understand all provisions as to the rights, duties, and obligations of all parties. Further, you swear to pay the
rent on time, maintain the property, and fulfill all your obligations hereunder or face the full financial and legal consequences of
default and termination. You expressly warrant that you have the legal right to bind all occupants and to sign for them in
committing yourself and them to this rental contract. NOTE: TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE IN ALL PROVISIONS OF THIS
RENTAL CONTRACT.
28. ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS:
New key fee $50.00 Lock out, open the door fee $50.00
The attached "Lead Based Paint Hazard Disclosure and Waiver" is part of this lease agreement.
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Lessee/Tenant Shall be responsible for repair or maintenance functions to include, but not limited to:
1. Changing of air condition/furnace filters on a monthly basis.
2. Resetting of circuit breakers or fuses.
3. Unstopping plumbing (except that caused by tree roots).
4. Damage resulting from failure to promptly report to the lessor/landlord any malfunctions or abnormal operations of equipment within
the rented property and vandalism.
5. Damage resulting from forceful entry, burglary.
6. Changing of electric light bulbs.
7. Tightening, of screws, nuts and bulbs on hardware not requiring specialized training.
8, Excessively high water or utility bills resulting from failure to report of obvious leakage.
9. All screen repair, or replacement and repair, or replacement of all broken glass.
10. Payment of any repair bill due to tenant request where no problem was found or corrected.
11. Lighting of any and all pilot lights on gas fixtures.
12. Ensuring proper operation of smoke alarm(s), replace battery if needed. Lessee/Tenant may notify lessor/landlord of necessary repair
or corrective action/maintenance and request assistance at lessee/tenant expense. Lessor/Landlord will NOT pay for any repairs or
billings charged to lessor/landlord by lessee/tenant.
13. Failure to report suspected termite and/or other insect infestation or damage to the property.
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Condition At Surrender.
Requirements for Cleaning
1. Ceilings, walls and woodwork: Loose dirt will be removed from walls, and other surfaces. Blinds cleaned.
2 Spots, dirt, grease, fingerprints and other marks will be removed from walls, baseboards, window sills, doors and other woodwork.
3. Nails and screws must be removed and the walls or doors restored to their original condition. Hoks or spots must be professionally
restored.
4 All decals, stars on ceilings, wallpaper or contact paper needs removed.
5. AlI drawers, furniture and cabinets will be emptied, wiped out and left open. Closets and shelves will be cleared of hangers or trash.
Kitchen cabinets are to be free of food particles, cleaned and left open. Dishwasher cleaned and dry,
6. Refrigerators: The refrigerator will be defrosted and thoroughly washed out with a mild detergent and then wiped completely dry.
Turn the dial to the "OFF" position, UNPLUG, and be sure to leave the door OPEN. Exterior surfaces should be clean, including the
rubber door seal. The refrigerator must be moved from the wall and the area behind and underneath cleaned, and the refrigerator
returned to its normal position.
7. Stove Wire brushes or sandpaper should never be used. Easy Off is a good product to use on the interior of the oven. NOTE DO
NOT attempt to use a cleaning product on a self-cleaning oven. Drip pans must be replaced with new ones.
8. Light fixtures must be cleaned and equipped with working bulbs of proper size. Ceiling has must also be cleaned and equipped with
proper bulbs,
9. All tubs, basins, sinks, toilets and tile must be thoroughly scrubbed, cleaned and dried.
10, Air Conditioner, heater units, closets and vents must be cleaned and a new filter installed and the access panel left off for inspection.
I I . Vent -a -hood exhaust filter must be clean and free of all grease. Replacement is required.
12. All tile or wood floors must be mopped clean and free of marks.
13. Garages and driveways must be cleaned and all grease and oil marks removed.
14. Grounds must be neatly mowed and edged to include under porches, and in ilowerbeds. Trash and other debris must be removed from
the grounds.
15 Windows and mirrors must be cleaned, inside out. Screens must be in original condition or they must be replaced.
16. Fireplaces must have all ashes removed and fireplace cleaned.
17. Carpets MUST be professionally steam cleaned and shampooed by an APPROVED vendor. The receipt for payment of carpet
cleaning MUST be presented to the rental department at time of vacating. Self -carpet or rental equipment receipts will NOT be
accepted.
18. Tenants that had pets on the property MUST have the property professionally exterminated for fleas & ticks, and present the receipt
upon vacating.
These are the conditions in which your apartment or house must be when inspecting for vacating. If these requirements are not met, we will
hire someone to clean your property. Cleaning, repair, replacement charges will be deducted from your Security Deposit It is your
responsibility and to your advantage to leave your premises extremely CLEANS
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NOTES & OPTIONS
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$80.00
New $20
lst Pet fee lMonth $35.09)
Additional pet fee / Month $10.00
Provided 2 Door keys
Initials
sed $25.00
Used $30.00
sed $20
Used N/A
Above amounts if requested will be added to total rent as additional rent.
MOVE IN DETAILS
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Create New From This M&C
Official site of the City of Fort Worth, Texas
FORT WORTH
DATE: 8/8/2023 REFERENCE
NO.:
CODE:
M&C 23-0631 LOG NAME:
NON- PUBLIC
CONSENT HEARING:
SUBJECT: (ALL) Conduct Public Hearing and Approve the City of Fort Worth's 2023-2027
Consolidated Plan Priorities and Goals and 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan for the Use of
Federal Grant Funds in the Amount of $13,452,621.00 to be Awarded by the United
States Department of Housing and Urban Development from the Community
Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships Program, Emergency
Solutions Grant, and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS Program, Authorize
Collection and Use of Program Income, Authorize Execution of Related Contracts, Adopt
Appropriation Ordinance, and Authorize Waiver of Indirect Costs
(PUBLIC HEARING - a. Report of City Staff Sharon Burkley; b. Public Comment; c.
Council Action: Close Public Hearing and Act on M&C)
C TYPE:
19NS 2023-2027
CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND
2023-2024 ACTION PLAN
YES
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing to allow citizen input and consideration of the City's 2023-2027
Consolidated Plan Priorities and Goals and 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan for use of federal grant
funds to be awarded by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development in the
amount of $13,552,621.00 from the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment
Partnerships Program, Emergency Solutions Grant, and Housing Opportunities for Persons with
AIDS grant programs, and for the use of program income from activities using prior years' federal
grant funds;
2. Approve the City's 2023-2027 Consolidated Plan and 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan for
submission to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, including
allocations of grant funds to particular programs and activities as detailed below;
3. Authorize an increase in the City's Priority Repair Program contract authority by $500,000.00
annually for a total annual amount of $2,500,000.00 for the next five years (Fiscal Years 2023-
2027) contract authority of $46,858,546.53 to reflect the increased annual funding allocation
from $2,000,000.00 to $2,500,000.00.
4. Authorize the collection and use of an estimated $50,000.00 of program income which is
expected to result from activities using prior years' Community Development Block Grant funds
for the City's Priority Repair Program;
5. Authorize the collection and use of an estimated $50,000.00 of program income which is
expected to result from activities using prior years' HOME Investment Partnerships Program grant
funds for the City's Homebuyer Assistance Program, and authorize the use of 10 percent of the
program income for administrative costs;
6. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute contracts for one-year terms with the
agencies listed in Tables 1,2, and 3 below for Program Year 2023-2024 for Community
Development Block Grant, Emergency Solutions Grant, and Housing Opportunities for Persons
with AIDS grant funds, contingent upon receipt of funding, and satisfactory completion of all
federal regulatory requirements;
7. Authorize the City Manager or his designees to extend the contracts for up to one year if an
agency or department requests an extension and such extension is necessary for completion of
the program, or to amend the contracts if necessary to achieve program goals provided any
amendment is within the scope of the program and in compliance with City policies and all
applicable laws and regulations governing the use of federal grant funds;
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8. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in
the Grants Operating Federal Fund in the total amount of $13,452,621.00 consisting of
$6,994,785.00 in Community Development Block Grant funds, $3,271,119.00 in HOME
Investment Partnerships Program funds, $610,543.00 in Emergency Solutions Grant funds, and
$2,576,174.00 in Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS grant funds, plus estimated
program income in the amount of $100,000.00, all subject to receipt of such funds; and
9. Authorize a waiver of the Neighborhood Services Department indirect cost rate of 28.10\%,
estimated total of $393,106.92.
DISCUSSION:
The City of Fort Worth's (City's) 2023-2027 Consolidated Plan assesses community and affordable
housing needs and sets strategic priorities and goals for use of federal grants funds from the United
States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for a five-year period. These priorities and
goals are to be addressed with Annual Action Plans that summarize the major housing and community
development activities and proposed expenditures for each of the five years.
These priorities and goals were developed to be consistent with strategies and initiatives previously
adopted by the City Council, as well as through an assessment of community needs. This included
Citywide public meetings conducted by JQuad Planning Group, the consultant contracted to prepare the
Consolidated Plan in collaboration with the Neighborhood Services Department staff. The recommended
Consolidated Plan priorities and goals for use of HUD grant funds over the next five years are
summarized below.
PRIORITY NEED
GOAL
Promote Affordable Housing
for Renters and Owners
Increase neighborhood stability through homeownership assistance;
Fair Housing efforts, and supportive services for renters and owners
Housing Preservation and
Rehabilitation
Preserve and expand the supply of quality affordable housing
throughout the City
Neighborhood Improvement
and Revitalization
Enhance neighborhood development and revitalization throughout
the City
Economic Empowerment
and Financial Resilience
Support programs and services providing employment training and
career readiness programs that promote self-sufficiency and
household stability
Children and Youth Services
Support programs and services to prepare children and youth for
success through educational, mentoring, training and related
programs
Aging In Place
Support programs and services for older adults to access resources
needed to age in their homes, while maintaining both their
independence and quality of life
Accessibility Improvements
Improve accessibility in public facilities and housing, including
architectural barrier removal
Homelessness Prevention
and Special Needs Support
Provide housing and support services for persons experiencing and
at -risk of experiencing homelessness; support efforts to achieve
permanent housing
Healthy Living and Wellness
Support programs and services to improve the mental and physical
health of low -to moderate -income Fort Worth families
The City's 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan summarizes the major housing and community development
activities and proposed expenditures for the program year beginning October 1, 2023 and ending
September 30, 2024 for use of federal grant funds totaling $13,452,621.00 from the United States
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) from the Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), and
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Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) grant programs. It also summarizes the use of
program income resulting from activities using prior years' CDBG and HOME funds, the primary purpose
of which is to benefit low -and moderate -income persons in Fort Worth. ESG funds primarily benefit
persons experiencing homelessness, and HOPWA funds primarily benefit low -and moderate -income
persons with HIV/AIDS.
A Request for Proposals from social service agencies and nonprofit organizations seeking grant funding
was published on February 1, 2023. All proposals were received on March 15, 2023. Staff reviewed all
proposals and developed recommendations for the allocation of estimated funding from HUD based on
the capacity of applicant organizations, grant experience, fiscal stability, and compliance with applicable
federal regulations. One public hearing was held on April 12, 2023 to provide citizens the opportunity to
participate in the development of the Annual Action Plan. Recommendations for award amounts were
considered and adopted by the Community Development Council on May 10, 2023. These funding
recommendations were presented in City Council Work Session on August 1, 2023.
A 30-day public comment period was held from June 30, 2023 to July 31, 2023. Notice of this public
comment period was published in the Fort Worth Star -Telegram on June 29, 2023; in the Cleburne Times
Review on July 6; in the Weatherford Democrat on July 8; and in La Vida News on July 13.
Any comments received are maintained by the Neighborhood Services Department in accordance with
federal regulations. The City held two public hearings as a part of the HUD required citizen participation
process. The first public hearing was held by staff on July 12, 2023, and the second public hearing is
scheduled for the City Council on August 8, 2023.
A summary of staffs final funding recommendations is provided below in Tables 1,2, and 3. A Powerpoint
presentation listing funding recommendations is also attached. The 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan will be
submitted to HUD by August 15, 2023.
Indirect costs totaling approximately $393,106.92 could be charged to these grants, as the Neighborhood
Services Department indirect cost rate is 28.10\% in the City's most recent Cost Allocation Plan. A waiver
of these costs is requested to allow allocation of these funds to further support the programs and services
to assist low -to -moderate income citizens.
Mayor & Council Communication (M&C) 22-0569 dated August 9, 2022 increased the annual funding
amount of the City's Priority Repair Program (PRP) from $1,100,000.00 to $2,000,000.00. Approval of
this M&C authorizes an additional increase of annual funding from $2,000,000.00 to $2,500,000.00. This
will require an increase in the expenditure authority for the PRP and the contracting authority for PRP
agreements, resulting in an annual increase of $500,000.00. A total five year (Fiscal Years 2023-2027)
contract authority of $46,858,546.53 for PRP is necessary to facilitate the increase in funding from CDBG.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
For Program Year 2023-2024, it is recommended that the amount of $6,994,785.00 in CDBG funds and
an estimated amount of $50,000.00 in CDBG program income totaling $7,044,785.00 be allocated as
follows:
Public Service Agencies - $1,049,218.00: Includes social services for low- and moderate -income
persons, persons with disabilities, and disadvantaged persons
Housing Programs - $3,910,000.00: Includes funding for the City's Priority Repair Program, Cowtown
Brush -Up, homebuyer and housing services, accessibility modifications for seniors and persons with
disabilities, and related project delivery costs for these programs
Major Projects - $636,610.00: Includes for multifamily rental rehabilitation
Administration - $1,398,957.00: Includes costs for administering the CDBG grant, including allocations
for the Financial Management Services Department
Estimated Program Income - $50,000.00: Includes up to $50,000.00 in funding for the City's Priority
Repair Program. Any CDBG program income over the estimated amount not used for the Priority Repair
Program will be allocated to priority activities in the City's Consolidated Plan, subject to the City Council
approval.
HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM
For Program Year 2023-2024, it is recommended that the amount of $3,271,119.00 in HOME funds and
an estimated amount of $50,000.00 in HOME program income totaling $3,321,119.00 be allocated as
follows:
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Homebuyer Assistance Program - $408,339.25: Includes funding for down payment and closing cost
assistance for low- and moderate -income homebuyers
Community Housing Development Organization - $490,667.85: HUD requires that a minimum of 15
percent of HOME funds be allocated to Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs) for
affordable housing projects. These funds will be used by Housing Channel for multifamily housing
development in southeast Fort Worth. All housing developed with these funds will be sold to
homebuyers making at or below 80 percent of area median income (AMI), set by HUD.
Community Housing Development Organization Operating - $45,000.00:
Major Projects - $2,000,000.00: Includes funds ($1,000,000.00) allocated to the affordable housing
project to be developed by Fort Worth Housing Solutions (FWHS) as a part of its Choice Neighborhood
Initiative (CNI) grant and funds ($1,000,000.00) allocated to the multifamily housing project, Columbia
Renaissance - Phase III
Administration - $327,111.90: Includes costs for administering the HOME grant
Estimated Program Income - $50,000.00: Includes funding for the Homebuyer Assistance Program and
HOME grant administrative costs. HUD allows the City to use 10 percent of any HOME program income
towards the cost of administering the HOME grant. HOME program income over the estimated amount
not used for the Homebuyer Assistance Program will be allocated to priority activities in the City's
Consolidated Plan, subject to City Council approval.
HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES FOR PERSONS WITH AIDS
For Program Year 2023-2024, it is recommended that the amount of $2,576,174.00 in HOPWA funds be
allocated as follows:
Public Service Agencies - $1,729,850.00
Neighborhood Services Department - $769,039.00
Administration - $77,285.00
EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANT
For Program Year 2023-2024, it is recommended that the amount of $610,543.00 in ESG funds to be
allocated as follows:
Public Service Agencies - $564,752.00
Administration - $45,791.00
CONTRACT RECOMMENDATIONS
The Community Development Council and Neighborhood Services Department staff recommend that
contracts be executed with the public service and CDBG subrecipient agencies for the amounts shown in
the following tables:
Community Development Block Grant Contracts
TABLE 1: CDBG AGENCIES
AGENCY
CONSOLIDATED PLAN
GOAL
PROGRAM
AMOUNT
AB Christian Learning
Center
Children and Youth
Services
Out of School Time
Program
$78 218.00
Boys & Girls Clubs of
Greater Tarrant County, Inc.
Children and Youth
Services
Youth Development
at Eastside Branch
$70,000.00
Camp Fire First Texas
Children and Youth
Services
Teens In Action
$50,000.00
Cancer Care Services
Healthy Living and
Wellness
Cancer Care
Services
$50,000.00
Easter Seals North Texas,
Inc.
Economic
Empowerment and
Financial Resilience
Employment
Services
$60,000.00
Girls Incorporated of Tarrant
County
Children and Youth
Services
Leadership Program
$100,000.00
Guardianship Services, Inc.
Aging In Place
Money Smart+
$100,000.00
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Housing Channel
Promote Affordable
Housing for Renters and
Owners
Housing Counseling
& Education
$111,000.00
Junior Achievement of the
Chisholm Trail, Inc.
Children and Youth
Services
Cradle to Career
Initiative
$25,000.00
Maroon 9 Community
Enrichment Organization
Children and Youth
Services
Maroon 9 Teen
Enrichment Program
$25,000.00
Meals -On -Wheels, Inc. of
Tarrant County
Aging In Place
Nutrition Program
$75,000.00
NPower Inc.
Economic
Empowerment and
Financial Resilience
Tech Fundamentals
Workforce Training
Program
$25,000.00
The Ladder Alliance
Economic
Empowerment and
Financial Resilience
Tarrant County
Workforce
Development
$80,000.00
The Women's Center of
Tarrant County, Inc.
Economic
Empowerment and
Financial Resilience
Employment
Solutions
$75,000.00
United Community Centers,
Inc.
Children and Youth
Services
Holistic Educational
Literacy Program
$125,000.00
CDBG Public Services Agencies
Total
$1,049,218.00
Rehabilitation, Education
and Advocacy for Citizens
with Handicaps dba
REACH, Inc.
Accessibility
Improvements
Project Ramp
$165,000.00
Fort Worth Area Habitat for
Humanity, Inc. DBA Trinity
Habitat for Humanity
Housing Preservation
and Rehabilitation
Cowtown Brush Up
$455,000.00
CDBG Subrecipient Agencies Total
$620,000.00
TOTAL CDBG CONTRACTS
$1,669,218.00
Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS Contracts
TABLE 2: HOPWA AGENCIES
AGENCY
PROGRAM
AMOUNT
AIDS Outreach
Center, Inc.
Administration, Support Services, Short -Term Rent,
Mortgage, and Utility Assistance (STRMU), Tenant-
Based Rental Assistance
$429,850.00
Tarrant
Samaritar° unty Housin
Inc. g'
Administration, Facility -Based Operations, Supportive
Services, Tenant -Based Rental Assistance (TBRA)
$1,300,000.00
TOTAL HOPWA CONTRACTS
$1,729,850.00
Emergency Solutions Grants
TABLE 3: ESG AGENCIES
AGENCY
PROGRAM
AMOUNT
The Presbyterian Night Shelter of Tarrant
County, Inc.
Shelter Operations/Services
$116,635.00
Lighthouse for the Homeless dba True Worth
Place
Day Shelter
Operations/Services
$158,400.00
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The Salvation Army
Center for Transforming Lives
SafeHaven of Tarrant County
Homelessness Prevention $150,000.00
Rapid Re -Housing
Shelter Operations/Services
TOTAL ESG CONTRACTS
$75,901.00
$63,816.00
$564,752.00
All figures have been rounded to the nearest dollar for presentation purposes. These programs are
available in ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS.
Each of these grants is an entitlement grant rather than a competitive grant received from the United
States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Entitlement grants provide funds to
agencies based on a formula, prescribed in legislation or regulation, rather than based on review. These
specific grants are allocated to the City of Fort Worth based on population size and per capita income
each year. The grants have been consistently awarded to the City since 1974 with the inception of the
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) through the Housing and Community Development Act of
1974. The Emergency Shelter (renamed Solutions) Grant (ESG) was authorized in 1987 through the
McKinney-Vento Homelessness Assistance Act. The HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME)
and the Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) Program were authorized in 1990
through the Cranston -Gonzales National Affordable Housing Act of 1990. With these grants,
administrative and program delivery allocations support approximately 72 FTE positions in the
Neighborhood Services Department, which is funded nearly 70\% with various grants including these
entitlement grants.
Positions funded with HUD Entitlement grants are subject to grant availability. In the event of a grant
award being decreased or eliminated, Neighborhood Services Department would review programs and
services funded by the grants and determine a level of service and staffing that aligns with the available
funding. Alternatives to consider may include staff and program reductions or eliminations.
FISCAL INFORMATION/CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendations and adoption of the
attached appropriation ordinance, funds will be available in the current operating budget, as appropriated,
of the Grants Operating Federal Fund. The Neighborhood Services Department (and Financial
Management Services) will be responsible for the collection and deposit of funds due to the City. Prior to
an expenditure being incurred, the Neighborhood Services Department has the responsibility to validate
the availability of funds. This is a reimbursement grant.
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Submitted for City Manager's Office by:
Originating Department Head:
Additional Information Contact:
Fernando Costa (6122)
Victor Turner (8187)
Sharon Burkley (5785)
Rhonda Hinz (2573)
ATTACHMENTS
19NS ACTION PLAN 2023 Agency Form 1295 Forms.pdf (CFW Internal)
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Action Plan SOS Filings.pdf (Public)
ConPlan July 12 Public Hearing.pdf (Public)
FWCP City Council NQRC Committee Power Point Interim Report Community Engagement Report June 2,
2023.pptx (CFW Internal)
IR Consolidated Plan Action Plan 080123.docx (Public)
ORD.APP 19NS 2023-2027 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2023-2024 ACTION PLAN 21001 AO23(r7).docx
(Public)
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