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HomeMy WebLinkAboutContract 54500-A4CSC No. 54500-A4 FOURTH AMENDMENT TO CITY OF FORT WORTH CONTRACT 54500 BETWEEN THE CITY OF FORT WORTH AND DAY RESOURCE CENTER FOR THE HOMELESS D/B/A DRC SOLUTIONS FOR PERMANENT SUPPORTIVE HOUSING CASE MANAGEMENT This fourth amendment ("Amendment 4") is made and entered into by and between the City of Fort Worth, a home -rule municipality of the State of Texas (hereinafter referred to as the "City"), acting by and through Mark McDaniel, its duly authorized Deputy City Manager, and Day Resource Center for the Homeless D/B/A DRC Solutions, a Texas nonprofit corporation ("Agency"). Each party shall be individually referred to herein as Party and collectively as Parties. RECITALS WHEREAS, the City entered into an agreement with Agency to provide services more specifically described in the agreement, City Secretary Contract No. 54500, (the "Agreement"); WHEREAS, the Parties executed Amendment 1 and Renewal 1 to the Agreement through which the Parties agreed to amend the budget, Reporting Forms and the Budget Modification Form and renew the Agreement for an additional year; WHEREAS, the Parties executed Renewal 2 and Amendment 2 to the Agreement through which the Parties agreed to renew the Agreement and amend the Agreement to change the scope of services to include a client survey; WHEREAS, the Parties executed Renewal 3 and Amendment 3 to the Agreement through which the Parties agreed to renew the Agreement, memorialize a prior budget modification, amend the scope of services and amend the budget; WHEREAS, the Parties desire to amend the Agreement to decrease the budget because the original use of the vouchers changed; NOW THEREFORE City and Agency do hereby agree to the following: I. AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT NOW THEREFORE, for valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows: A. The attached EXHIBIT "B-2" Budget regarding fiscal year 2024, consisting of three (3) pages attached hereto, is hereby included as part of the Agreement and shall immediately follow the EXHIBIT `B" Budget and EXHIBIT `B-1" Budget. B. This Amendment 4 is effective on May 1, 2024. C. All terms and conditions of the Agreement not amended herein remain unaffected and in full force and effect, are binding on the Parties and are hereby ratified by the Page 1 of 6 Renewal 4 to CSC 54500 CoFW and DAY RESOURCE CENTER FOR THE HOMELESS DB/A DRC SOLUTIONS OFFICIAL RECORD CITY SECRETARY FT. WORTH, TX Parties. Capitalized terms not defined herein shall have the meanings assigned to them in the Agreement. D. This Amendment 4 shall be binding upon the Parties hereto and their respective successors and assigns, if any. [SIGNATURE PAGE FOLLOWS] Page 2 of 6 Renewal 4 to CSC 54500 CoFW and DAY RESOURCE CENTER FOR THE HOMELESS DB/A DRC SOLUTIONS IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this agreement, to be effective this day of , 20 FOR CITY OF FORT WORTH: FOR AGENCY: DAY RESOURCE CENTER FOR THE HOMELESS Bruce Frankel (J u 125. 2024 08:51 CDT) Mark McDaniel Bruce Frankel Deputy City Manager Executive Director Date: Jul 26, 2024 Date: Jul 25, 2024 APPROVAL RECOMMENDED 8e 1NANtm-r R0h— Warner Ju120.20240908 CDT) Bethany Warner, Intergovernmental Relations Manager Date: Jul 26, 2024 APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY LeZ fJu126.20241337 CDTI Leslie L. Hunt, Senior Assistant City Attorney Date: Jul 26, 2024 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. Tara Perez Manager, Directions Home ,d4vopp O� FOR?�o�d ATTEST: o o�.,a $vo o=o o ao 00000 op Jannette S. Goodall, City Secretary Date: Ju129,2024 M&C No.: 23-0862 OFFICIAL RECORD CITY SECRETARY FT. WORTH, TX Page 3 of 6 Renewal 4 to CSC 54500 CoFW and DAY RESOURCE CENTER FOR THE HOMELESS DB/A DRC SOLUTIONS FOURTH AMENDMENT TO CITY OF FORT WORTH CONTRACT 54500 BETWEEN THE CITY OF FORT WORTH AND DAY RESOURCE CENTER FOR THE HOMELESS DB/A DRC SOLUTIONS FOR PERMANENT SUPPORTIVE HOUSING CASE MANAGEMENT ATTACHMENT 1 TO FOURTH AMENDMENT FOR THE FY 2024 BUDGET EXHIBIT "B-2" Agency will submit invoices for reimbursement by the 1511 of the month following the month services were provided. This report shall itemize each monthly expense requested for reimbursement by the Agency and shall be included in Budget submitted. In order for this report to be complete the following must be submitted: For payroll expenses, timesheets signed and dated by both the employee and supervisor with the program fund code of time being billed to City/Directions Home. Electronic time sheets are acceptable but must show timestamp of employee submission and supervisor approval. Paystub must include pay period, date paid, amount and expenses (salary, FICA, benefits etc). If pay stubs are unavailable, payroll registries with applicable expenses highlighted and labeled will suffice. Agency may not submit payroll expenses dated 60 calendar days prior to the date of the Reimbursement Request with the exception of the first Reimbursement Request which may include items from the Effective Date of the Agreement to the end of the reporting month or with written permission from Directions Home staff so long as such changes are otherwise in accordance with the Agreement. For non -payroll expenses, invoices for each expense listed. Agency may not submit invoices dated 60 calendar days prior to the date of the Reimbursement Request with the exception of the first Reimbursement Request which may include items from the Effective Date of the Agreement to the end of the reporting month or with written permission from Directions Home staff so long as such changes are otherwise in accordance with the Agreement. Proof that each expense was paid by the Agency, which proof can be satisfied by cancelled checks. If a cancelled check is not possible, a bank statement with the expense highlighted and labeled will suffice. If allocations percentages are used, all documentation must be submitted with the first month's invoice and if changes are made, new allocation documentation submitted with invoice. For the audit, bank statements showing payments, Form 94I s and allocation documentation will be reviewed. Page 4 of 6 Renewal 4 to CSC 54500 CoFW and DAY RESOURCE CENTER FOR THE HOMELESS DB/A DRC SOLUTIONS PROGRAM COSTS Total $350,977.00 A. SALARIES (By title) Case Manager Case Manager Case Manager Case Manager Case Manager Case Manager - Lead Chief Programs Officer SALARIES TOTAL: $248,500.00 B. FRINGE BENEFITS (Can include: Employer -paid Social Security, Medicare, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Unemployment Insurance, Workers Compensation and Retirement expenses) FRINGE BENEFITS TOTAL: $41,600.00 C. MILEAGE Mileage $6,200.00 MILEAGE TOTAL: $6,200.00 D. CELL PHONES/EQUIPMENT Cell Phones Equipment CELL PHONES/EQUIPMENT TOTAL: $3,000.00 E. CLIENT EXPENSES Client Expenses* $19,917.00 CLIENT EXPENSES TOTAL: $19,917.00 F. OTHER APPROVED Indirect Costs $30,060.00 Supplies 500.00 HMIS fees 1,200.00 OTHER APPROVED TOTAL: $31,760.00 Page 5 of 6 Renewal 4 to CSC 54500 CoFW and DAY RESOURCE CENTER FOR THE HOMELESS DB/A DRC SOLUTIONS TOTAL PROGRAM COST: $350,977.00 *Client expenses are defined as those expenses necessary for the participant's success in housing and/or employment. Client expenses include but are not limited to moving expenses, food, laundry, critical documents, bus passes, gas cards, third -party transportation providers, furniture, household cleaning supplies, kitchen, bedding and household supplies, inpatient detox/residential substance use treatment and incentives. Incentives can include household items or gift cards. Services can include cleaning service if needed to allow client to retain housing. Rental assistance and related fees can be paid if needed for client to retain housing. Any expenses not listed must have prior written authorization by Directions Home manager. Page 6 of 6 Renewal 4 to CSC 54500 CoFW and DAY RESOURCE CENTER FOR THE HOMELESS DB/A DRC SOLUTIONS REFERENCE **M&C 23- 19AMENDMENTS AND NEW DATE: 10/17/2023 NO.: 0862 LOG NAME: HOMELESS SERVICES CONTRACT CODE: C TYPE: CONSENT PUBLIC NO HEARING: SUBJECT: (ALL) Authorize Execution of Amendments to Contracts with (i) the Presbyterian Night Shelter of Tarrant County, Inc., Increasing Contract Amount by $498,373.00 for a Total Contract Amount of $1,556,746.00, (ii) Day Resource Center for the Homeless, Increasing Contract Amount by $225,000.00 for a Total Contract Amount of $425,977.00, (iii) My Health, My Resources of Tarrant County, Increasing Contract Amount by $225,000.00 for a Total Contract Amount of $750,000.00, and (iv) Tarrant County Homeless Coalition, Increasing Contract Amount by $116,332.00 for a Total Contract Amount of $150,000.00, and Authorize Execution of Contract with When We Love for $200,000.00 for the Continuation of Directions Home Initiatives; Find that Amendments and Contracts Serve a Public Purpose and that Adequate Controls are in Place RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council: 1. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute an amendment to agreement with The Presbyterian Night Shelter of Tarrant County Inc., in the amount of $498,373.00 for a total contract amount of $1,556,746.00; 2. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute an amendment to agreement with Day Resource Center for the Homeless DBA DRC-Solutions, in the amount of $225,000.00 for a total contract amount of $425,977.00; 3. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute an amendment to agreement with My Health, My Resources of Tarrant County, in the amount of $225,000.00 for a total contract amount of $750,000.00; 4. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute an amendment to agreement with Tarrant County Homeless Coalition in the amount of $116,332.00 for a total contract amount of $150.000.00; 5. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute a contract with When We Love for $200,000.00; 6. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to amend the agreements if necessary to achieve program goals provided the amendment is within the scope of the program and in compliance with City policies and applicable laws and regulations; and 7. Find that such amendments serve a public purpose and that adequate controls are in place. DISCUSSION: In its 2023 State of the Homeless Report, Tarrant County Homeless Coalition (TCHC) announced a 22\% increase in overall homelessness and 27\% increase in family homelessness compared to 2020. To respond to the increased needs of the homeless system, upon approval of the Fiscal Year 2024 Adopted Budget by Mayor and Council, three decision packages were authorized to expand programs serving those experiencing homelessness for rapid exit, permanent supportive housing, and cold weather sheltering. In 2019, the City of Fort Worth (City) introduced a rapid exit program to the homeless system. Rapid exit provides brief rental assistance and case management to help quickly house households who do not need ongoing rental assistance or case management. The City contracted with Presbyterian Night Shelter of Tarrant County, Inc. (PNS) to provide rapid exit and diversion services. Diversion in the local homeless system means exiting someone back to housing within 14 days. Even those households who are employed or have benefits rarely have $3,000.00 or more saved to lease an apartment. This program allows people who are employed to quickly get off the street or out of the shelter by paying for fees associated with moving into an apartment, in addition to one to three months' rent. This reduces the person's time in homelessness and also frees up emergency shelter beds. Since 2019, PNS has moved 873 households including 597 children into housing through the rapid exit program. For households who exited the program, the rate of return to homelessness was 11\% (the national goal is less than 15\%). The amendment will bring the total contract amount to $1,556,476.00. The City has long been committed to permanent supportive housing. When TCHC received 368 Emergency Housing Vouchers from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, the City saw an opportunity to leverage this new resource to boost the supply of permanent supportive housing by offering case management to 175 households with these vouchers. The households served are a mix of chronically homeless households and disabled family households in order to be responsive to the family homelessness crisis. The recommendation is to increase DRC-Solutions' permanent supportive housing case management contract in the amount of $225,000.00 for a total contract amount of $425,977.00 and to increase the My Health, My Resources of Tarrant County (MHMR) permanent supportive housing contract in the amount of $225,000.00 for a total contract amount of $750,000.00. This reflects an increase of $450,000.00 for permanent supportive housing case management services. The recommendation is to increase Tarrant County Homeless Coalition's navigation contract in order to continue to provide two outreach workers who work with the Police Department's Homeless Outreach Program and Enforcement (HOPE) Team to provide mobile navigation services which connect those experiencing unsheltered homelessness to services and provide housing assessments. These positions were previously funded by a community partner agency with federal funds related to COVID and have expired. In order to continue this service, the recommendation is to increase the contract in the amount of $116,332.00 for a total contract amount of $150,000.00. To provide up to 200 beds for cold weather shelter overflow, the recommendation is to contract with When We Love to staff overflow shelter(s) at a designated site or sites when the weather reaches certain temperatures and when all regular shelter beds are full. Directions Home services and programs are available in ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS. FISCAL INFORMATION/CERTIFICATION: The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendations and adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget by the City Council, funds will be available in the Fiscal Year 2024 operating budget, as appropriated, in the General Fund. Prior to an expenditure being incurred, the Neighborhood Services Department has the responsibility to validate the availability of funds. TO Fund I Department Account Project Program Activity Budget Reference # Amount ID ID Year (Chartfield 2) FROM Fund Department Account Project Program Activity Budget Reference # Amount ID ID Year (Chartfield 2) Submitted for Citv Manaqer's Office bv: Oriqinatinq Department Head: Additional Information Contact: ATTACHMENTS Fernando Costa (6122) Victor Turner (8187) Tara Perez (2235) CFW 1295 Form WWL CWEOS 2023-2024.1)df (CFW Internal)