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RENTAL ASSISTANCE LANDLORD AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF FORT
WORTH AND 2409 RIDGMAR PLAZA DE LLC.
This RENTAL ASSISTANCE LANDLORD AGREEMENT (“Agreement”) is made
and entered into between the CITY OF FORT WORTH (“City”), and 2409 Ridgmar Plaza DE
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 two-bedroom (“Lease”). The
unit is located at Fort Worth, Texas 76116 (“Unit”), as more fully
described in Exhibit A.
2.TERM.
This Agreement shall begin on July 1, 2025, and shall expire on February 28, 2026, 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,
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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 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
$0.00 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.
Initial Term:
The City has been notified that the Tenant’s Total Rent during the Initial Term is $1,425.00
per month for the Unit.
The Tenant shall be responsible for $175.00 rent per month from July 1, 2025 to February
28, 2026.
The City shall be responsible for $1,250.00 of rent per month from July 1, 2025 to February
28, 2026.
A complete history of rental obligations due under this Agreement, per lease term, is
included in Attachment A.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
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associated with the Unit and City shall not be obligated by law or in equity for any amount other
than the City Portion.
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
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overpayment from any amounts due the Landlord, including the amounts due under any other
Rental Assistance Agreement.
4. TERMINATION.
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.
4.2.3 HUD Program Year Funding. The City of Fort Worth agrees to commit funding for
rental assistance for a period of up to twelve (12) months, subject to the availability of funds
allocated in the current program year’s budget. The City shall not commit to providing rental
assistance beyond this 12-month period unless and until additional funding is received from the
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the subsequent program year. In the
event that future funding is not secured, the City shall provide written notification to both the
tenant and landlord at least ninety (90) days prior to the end of the contract term, advising them
that rental assistance will not continue beyond the 12-month commitment. The City shall not be
held liable for rental payments beyond the 12-month commitment and any lease agreements
exceeding the 12-month term are entered into at their own risk regarding the continuation of rental
assistance.
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.
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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
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
(3) 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.
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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.
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.
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
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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
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.
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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.
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: Dana Burghdoff
Assistant City Manager
100 Fort Worth Trail
Fort Worth, TX 76102-6314
Facsimile: (817) 392-8654
With copy to Fort Worth Neighborhood
Services Department, Attention: Compliance
Division at same address
To LANDLORD:
2409 Ridmar Plaza DE LLC.
11816 Inwood Rd. PMB 70564
Dallas, Texas 75244
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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.
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.
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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
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
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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
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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(signature page follows)
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ACCEPTED AND AGREED:
CITY OF FORT WORTH:
By: ___________________________
Name: Dana Burghdoff
Title: Assistant City Manager
Date: ____________________________
APPROVAL RECOMMENDED:
By: ______________________________
Name: Kacey Bess
Title: Neighborhood Services Director
ATTEST:
By: ______________________________
Name: Jannette Goodall
Title: City Secretary
Date: __________________
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: ______________________________
Name: Julie C. Peña, MSW
Title: Sr. Human Services Specialist
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGALITY:
By: ______________________________
Name: Jessika Williams
Title: Assistant City Attorney
CONTRACT AUTHORIZATION:
M&C: 24-0552
LANDLORD:
By:
Name: Felicia Evans
Title: Property Manager
Date: ____________________________
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Attachment A
History of Rental Obligations by Lease Term
Lease Term Total Rent Tenant’s Portion City’s Portion
Initial Term $1,425 From July 1, 2025
to February 28,
2026:
$175
From July 1, 2025
to February 28,
2026:
$1,250
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EXHIBIT A
Copy of Tenant’s Lease
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This Lease Contract ("Lease") is between you, the resident(s) as listed below and us. The terms "you" and "your" refer to all residents,
The terms "we; "'us," and "our" refer to the owner Ilsted below.
PARTIES
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A. Apartment (Par. 2)
StreetAddress:
City: Fort Worth State: TX Z;p; _ 76116
d,InitialLeaseTerm.Begins: 03/01/2025 Endsat17:59�
p.m.on: 02/2Q/2026
C, Monthly Base Rent (Par. 3) E. Security Deposit (Par. 5) F. Notice o} Termination or Intent to Move Out (Par. 4)
$ 1925.00 S 0.00 Aminimumo( 30 days'writtennoticeof
termination or intent to move oul required at end of initial Lease
Note that this amount does not term or during renewal period
D.prorated Rent includeanyAnlmalDeposit, which
I/the numberoldays isn't filled in, notice a/ot least 30 days
5 would be reflectedln an Animal is requl�ed,
� due for the remalnderoF lst Addendum.
month or
❑ for 2nd month
G. Late Fees (Par.33)
Initial Late Fee
GD 10 9b of one month's monthly base rent or
❑S
Due if rent unpaid by 11:59 p.m. on the
H. Returned Check or Rejected
Payment Pee (Par, 3.4)
$ 50.00
I. Reletting Charge (Par. 7,1)
A reletting charge of S 13 64 . 25
(not to exceed 859'0 of the highest
monfhly Rent during the Lease ten�
may be charged in certain default
situations
Dally Late Fee
❑ 10 �!o of one month's monthly base rent for 8 da s or
O$ 10.00 Y
for B days
(3rd or greater) day of the month
J. Early Termination Fee Option (Par. 7.2)
5
Notice o( 60 days is required.
You ur¢ not ellglble /o� early termination !f
you areln defaulG
Fee must be pald no later than 15
days a(ter you glve us notice
!/any volues or number o(days are blonk or "0,"
then this section does not appty.
K, Violation Charges
Animal4iolation (Par. 12.2)
Initialchargeof5 1D0.00 peranimal�not
to exceed 5100 per animaq and
Adailychargeof5 10.00 peranimal
(not to exceed 510 per day per animaq
Insurance Violation �Master Lease Addendum
orotherseparateaddendum)
5
L. Additional Rent- Monthly Recurring Fixed Charges. You will payseparately lor these items as outlined below and/or in separate addenda,
Special Provisions or an amendment to this lease.
Animal rent 5 Cable/satellite $
Package service 5 -- — Internet 5___
Pest control $ 5. 00 Stormwater/drainage 5`___
Trashservice 5 10.00 Washer/Dryer S 75.00
Other; Internet and Cable
Other: --- _ 5 90.00
Other: 5
Other: 5
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M. Utilities and Other Variable Charges. You will payseparately forgas, water, wastewater, elechicity, trash/recyding, utility billing fees and other
items as outlined in separate addenda, Special Provisions or an amendment to this Lease.
Utility Connectlon Charge orTransfer Fee: S__ _, _(not to exceed 5501 lo be paid within 5 days of written notice (Par, 3.5)
N.Other Charges and Requfrements.You will pay separetely for Ihese items or comply with these requirements as outlined in a Master Lease
Addendum, separate addenda or Special Provisions.
Initial Access pevice: S __
Additlonal or Replacement Access Devices: S____
__________ RequiredlnsuranceLiabilityLimit(peroccurrence):5 100000_00
Spetial Prov(sions. See Par. 32 or additional addenda attached. Tliis Lease cannot be changed unless in tivritiny and signed by you and us.
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1. Definitions. The (ollowing terms aie commonly used in this Lease:
7.1. "Resldehts" are those lisled in "Residents" above who sign
this Lease and are authorized ro live in the apartmenl.
1.2. "Occupants" are those listed in this Lease who are also autho-
rized to live in the apartment, but who do not sign ihis Lease.
1.3. "Owner" may be identified by an assumed name and is the
owner onlyand not property managers oranyone else.
1.4. "Including" in this Lease means "induding but not limited to."
1�$• "CommuNry Policies" are the written apartment rules and
policies, including propertysignage and instructionz for
care oCour property and amenities, with which you, your
occupants, and your guests must comply.
1.6. "Rent" Is monthly base rent plus additional monthly
recurring fixed charges.
7.7, "Lease" indudes this document, any addenda and
attachments, Community Polides and Special Provisions.
2• Apartment. You are leasing the apartment listed above (or use as a
private residenee only.
�.1. Access. In accordance with this Lease, you'll receive access
information or devices (or your apar[ment and mailbox, and
other access devices induding: __________
2.2. Measurements. Any dimensions and sizes provided to you
relating to the apartment are only approximations or
estimates; actual dimensions and sizes may vary.
2.3. Representations. You agree that designations or accredi�
tations associated with the property are subject to change.
3. Rent. You must pay yourRent on or be%re the ist day o(each
monfh (due datel wlthout demand, There are no exceptions
regording the payment ofRent and you agree r�ot paying Rent an
or 6elore the 7st ofeach month Is a mnterial breach of this Lease.
3•1• Payments. You will pay your Rent by any method, manner
and piace we speciFy in accordance with this Lease.
Cash is not accepta6le wlthout our prior written
permission. You cannot withhold or offset Rent unless
authorized 6ylaw. We may, at our opt(on, require at any
time that you pay Rent and other sums due in one single
payment by any method we specify.
3•2• Application of Payments. Payment of each sum due is an
independent covenant, which means payments are due
regardless of our performance. When we receive money,
other than water and wastewater payments subject to
government regulation, we may apply it al our option and
withoul notice first to any of your unpaid obligations, then
to aarued rent. We may do so regardless of notat(ons on
checks or money orders and regardless of when the
obligations arose. All sums oiher than Rent and late (ees are
due upon our demand. After the due date, we do not have
to accept any payments.
3.3. Late Fees, If we don't receive your monthiy base rent in full
when it's due, you must pay late fees as outlined in Lease Details.
3.4. Returned Payment Fee. You'll pay the fee listed in Lease
Details for each retumed check or rejected electronic
payment, plus initial and daily late fees i(applicable, until
we receive full payment in an acceptable method.
3.5. Utilities and Services. You'll pay foi all utilities and services,
related deposits, and any charges or fees when Ihey are due
and as outlined in this Lease. Television channels that are
provided may be changed during lhe Lease term if the
change applies to all residents.
If your electricity is Interrupted, you must use only battery-
operated lighting (no /lames). You must not allow any
utilities (other than cable or Internet) to be cut off or
switched for any reason—induding disconnection for not
paying your bills—until the Lease term or renewal period
ends. If a utility Is Individually metered, it must be connected
in your name and you must notify the provider of your move-
out date. If you delay getting service turned on in your name
by this Lease's start date or cause it to be trensferred back into
our name before you surrender or abandon the apartment,
you'll be liable for the charge listed above (not to exceed $50
per billing period), plus the actual or estimated cost o( the
utilities used wliile the utility should have been bllled to you.
if your apartment is individually metered and you change
your retail electric provider, you must give us written notice.
You must pay all applicable providei fees, Induding any fees
to change service back into our name after you move out.
3.6. LeaseChanges,Leasechangesareonlyallowedduringthe
Lease term or renewal period if governed by Par.10, specified
in Special Provisions in Par. 32, or by a written addendum or
amendment signed byyou and us. At or after the end of the
initial Lease term, Rent increases will become effective with al
least 5 days plus the number of days' advance notice contained
in �ox F on page 1 In writing from us to you. Your new Lease,
which may indude increased Rem or Lease changes, will begin
on the date stated in any advance notice we provide (without
needing your signature) unless you give us written move-out
notiw under Pac 25, which applies only ro the end oithe current
Lease term or renewal period.
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4. Automatic Lease Renewal and Notice of Termination. This Lease
will automatically renew month-to-month unless either party gives
written notice o( lermination or intent to move out as required by Par.
25 dnd spetified on paye 1. !f the number of dayslsn't filled in, no•
tice o(at lenst 30 dnys is required.
5, Security Deposit. The total security deposit for all residents is due
on or before the date this Lease is signed. Any animal deposit will be
designated in an animal addendum. Security deposits may not be ap-
plied to Renl without our prior wrltten consent.
5.1, Refunds and Deductions. You must aive us your advance
notice of move out as nrovided by Par 25 and forwardinn
address in wntma to receive a written descri�tion and
I�emized Iist of charnes or refund In acrordance with this
Lease and as alfowed 6ylaw, we may deduct from your
securlty deposit any nmounts due under thls Lease, Ifyou
t—neveoutearlvorinresnonsetonnoticetovacnte youllbg
Nable (orrekevuia c � r s. Upon receipt of your move-out
date and forwarding address in writing, Ihe security deposit
will be returned Qess lawful deductions) wilh an itemized
accounting o(any deductions, no later than 30 days afler
surrender or abandonment, unless laws provide otherwise.
Any refund may be by one payment jointly payable to all
residents and distributed to any one resident we choose,
or distributed equally among all residents.
6. Insurahce. Ourinsurance doesn'f cover the loss ol ordamage to
yourpersona! property, You �vill be required to have liability insur-
ance as specified in this Lease unless otherwise prohibited by law. I(
you have insurance covering the apartment or your personal belong-
ings at Ihe time you or we suffer or allege a loss, you a9ree to require
yourinsurance carrier ro walveany insurance subrogation rights
Eve�i i( nol required, we urge you tn obtain your o�vn Insurance (or
losses due to Iheft, fire, Oood, water, pipe leaks and similar ocwrrenc
es. Most renter's insurance policies don't cover losses due to a flood,
7. Reletting and Early Lease Termination. This Lcase may not be ter
minated early except as provided in this Lease.
7.1. Reletting Charge, You'll be liable for a reletting charge as
listed in Lease Details, {not to exceed 8590 of the highest
monthly Rent during Ihe Lease term) i(you: (A) fail to move in,
or fail to give written move-out notice as required in Par. 25;
(B) move oul without paying Rent in full for the entire Lease
term or renewal period; (C) move out at ow demand because
of your default; or (D) are judicially evicted. The reletting
charge is not a terminatlon, cancellation or buyout fee and
does not release you from your obligations under this Lease,
induding liability (or future or pasbdue Rent, chargez foi
damages or other sums due.
The relettiny charge is a liquidated amount mvering only
parl of our damages—for our time, effort, and ezpense in
finding and processing a replacement residenL These
damages are uncertain and hard to ascertain—p�rticularly
tliose relating to inconvenience, paperwor4, advertising,
showing apartments, utilities for showing, checking pros-
pects, overhead, marketing costs, and locator-service tees.
You agree that the relet[ing charge is a reasonable estimate
Of oU� ddmage5 Bnd th3� the charge is dve whether or not our
reletting attempts succeed.
7•2• Early Lease Termination Option Procedure. In addirion to
your termina�ion rights re(erred to in 73 or 8.1 below, if this
provision applies under leaze Details, you may opt to
lerminate this Lease prior to (he end o( Ihe Lease lerm 1/all of
the /ollowing octur: (aJ as outlined in Lease Oetails, you yive
us wriUen nolice of early termination, pay the Early Termina�
tion Option fee in full and specify the date by which you'll
move out; (b) you are not in default at any time and do not
hold over; and (d you repay all rent concessions, credits or
discounts you received during the Lease term. If you are In
defauit, the lease remedies apply.
7.3. SpecialTerminationRfghts,Youmayhavetherlghtunder
Texas la w to terminate lhis L ease early in certain situqtions
involving military deploymenf or trnnsler, /am11y vlolence,
certaln sexual oHenses, stalking ordeath o/a sole resident.
8. Delay ot Occupancy. We are not responsible tor any deiay of youi
occupancy caused by construction, repairs, deaning, or a previous
resident's holding ovec This Lease will remain in force subject to
(1) abatement o( Rent on a daily basis during delay, nnd (2) your right
to terminate this Lease in writinq as set forth beloh�. Rent abatemenl
and Lease termination do nol apply if the delay is for Qeaning or re-
pairs that don't preven� you from moving into the apartment.
SJ. Termination. i( we give written notice to you of a delay in
oaupancy when or after this Lease begins, you may termi-
nate Ihis Lease within 3 days after you receive written notice.
If we give you written notice before the date this lease hegins
and the notice states that a<onst�uction or other delay is
expected and that the apartment will be ready (or you to
occupy on a specific date, you may terminate this Lease tiv�thin
7 days after receiving written notice.
�(ter proper termination, you are entilled vnly to re(und uf
any deposit(s) and any Rent you paid.
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9. Care of Unit and pamages. You must promptly pay or reimburse us
for loss, damage, consequential damages, govemment fines orcharg-
es, orcost o(repairs or serWce in the apartment communiry because
of a Lease violation; improper use, negligence, or other conduct by
you, your invitees, youroccupants, or your guests; or, as allowed by
law, any other <ause not due to our negligence or (aidt, except (or
damages by acts of God lo the extent they couldn't be mitigated by
your action or inaction.
Uriless damage or wastewaterstoppage is due to aur negligence,
we're not 11a61e (or—�nd you must pny for—repoirs nnd replac¢-
ments occurring during the Lease term orrenewal period, includ-
ing; (A) damage /rom wastewaterstoppages cuused bylmproper
ob/ects in lines excluslvely serving your apartmenU (�) damage to
doors, windows, orsrreens; and (C) damage Irom windows ordoors
/e/t open.
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10. CommunftyPolicles,CommunityPaliciesbecomepartofthls
Leose and must be followed. We may make changes; including addi-
tions, to ourwritten Community Polides, and those changes can be-
mme effective immediately if the Community Policies are distributed
and applitable to all units in the apartment community and do not
change ihe dollar amounts owed under this Lease.
10,7. Photo/Video Release, You give us permission to use any
photograph, likeness, ima9e or video taken of you while
you are using propertycommon areas or partidpating in
any event sponsored by us.
10.2. Disclosureotlnformation,Atoursoleoption,wemay,
but are not obligated to, share and use information related
to this Lease for law-enforcement, governmental, or business
purposes. At our request, you authorize any utility provider to
9ive us information about pending or actual connections oi
disconnections of utility service to your apartment.
10.3, Guests. We may exdude from the apartment community
any guests or others who, in our sole judgrnent, have been
violating the law, violating this Lease or our Community
Policies, or disturbing other residents, neighbors, visitors,
or owner representatives. We may also exdude from any
outside area or common area anyone who refuses to show
photo identification or re(uses to identify himself or
herself as a resident, an authorized occupant, or a guest of
a specific resident in the community.
Anyone not listed in this Lease cannot stay in the
apartment for more than __7 _ days in one week
without our prior written consent, and no more than twice
that many days in any one monlh. If the previous space
isn't filled in, 2 days total per week will be the limit.
10.4. Notice of Convictlons and Registration. You must
notify us within 15 days if you or any of your occupants:
(A) are convicted o(any felony, (B) are convicted of any
misdemeanor involving a cantrolled substance, violence to
another person, or destruction oi property, or (q register as a
sex oRender. Informing us of a criminal conviction or
sex-offender registretion doesn't waive any rights we may
have against you.
10.5. Odors, Nofse and Construction. You agree Ihat odors
and smells pnduding those related to cooking},
everyday noises or sounds related to repair, renovation,
improvement, or construction in or around the property
are all a normal part of a multifamily living environment and
that it is impractical for us to prevent them from penetrating
your apartment.
11. Conduct. You agree to communicate and conduct yourself in a law-
ful, courteous and reasonable manner at all times when interacting
with us, our representatives and other residents or occupants. Any
acts of unlawful, discourteous or unreasonable communication or
�onduct by you, your occupants or guests Is a breach of this Lease.
You must Use customary diligence in malntaining the apartment,
keeping (t in a sanitary condition and not damaging or littering the
common areas. Trash must be disposed of at least weekly. You will
use your apartment and all other areas, including any balconies, with
reasonable care. We may regulate the use ol passageways, patios,
balconies, porches, and activities in common areas.
11.1. Prohibited Conduct, You, your occupants, and your guests
will not engage in certain prohibited conduct, induding the
following activities:
(a) criminal conduct; manufacturing, delivering, or
possessing a controlled subslance or drug parapher•
nalia; engaging in or threatening violence; possessing
a weapon prohibited by state law; discharging a firearm
in the apartment community; or, except when
allowed by law, displaying or possessing a gun, knife.
or other weapon In the mmmon area, or in a way that
may alarm others;
(b) behaving in a loud, obnoxious or dangerous manner;
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(c) dirturbingorthreateninqtherighls,comfort,health,safely,
orconvenience ofothers,including us,ourayents,orour
representatives;
(d) disrupting our business operations;
(e) sroring anylhing in dosets containing water healers or
gas appliances;
(�l tampering with utilities or telecommunication
equipmenl;
(g) bringing hazardous matenals into the apartment
community;
(h) usingwindowsforentryorexih
(i) heating the apartment wfth gas-operated appliances;
Q) making bad-faith or (alse allegations againsl us or our
agents to others;
(k) smoking o( any kind, that is not in accordance with Ihls
Lease;
(p using glass containers in or near pools; oi
(m) conducting any kind o( business (induding child-care
services) in your apartment or In the apartment
community—excepl (or any law(ul businers
conducted "at home" by computer, mail, or telephone if
customers, dients, patients, employees or other
business associates do not come [o your apartment
for business purposes.
12. Anlmals.Nolivingcreaturesolanykindnrenflowed,eventempo�
iarily, anywhere in the apartment or apartment tommunity un-
less we've given �vritten permission. If we allow an animal, you must
sign a separale Animal Addendum and, except as set forth in the ad-
dendum, pay an animal deposit and applicable fees and additional
monthly rent, as applicable. An animal deposit iz considered a gener
al security deposit. You represent Ihat any requests, slatements and
representations you make, induding those (or an assiztance or sup-
port animal, are true, accurate and made in good faith. Feeding s(ray,
feral or wild animals is a breach of this Lease.
72.1. Removal of Unauthorized Animal. We may remove an
unauthorized animal by (7) leaving, in a conspicuous
pla<e in the apartment, a written notice o(our intent to
remove the animal within 2q hours; and (2) (o�lowing the
procedures of Par. 14. We may: keep or kennel the animal;
turn the animal over to a humane society, local authority
or reswe organization; or retum the animal to you if
we consent to your request to keep the animal and you
have completed and signed an Animal Addendum and
paid all fees. When keeping or kenneling an animal, we
won't be liable for loss, harm, sickness, or death of the
animal unless due to our negligence. You must pay for
the animaPs reasonable care and kenneliiig charges.
12.2. Violations of Animal Policies and Charges. If you or
any guest Or ocapant violates the animal resUictions o(
this lease or our Community Policies, you'll be subjed to
tharges, damages, eviction. and othe� �emedies
provided in thls Lease, including animal violation charges
listed in Lease Detaiis from the date the animal was
broughl into your apartment until it is removed. If an
animal has been in the apartmenl al any time dunng
youi term o(occupancy jwith or wilhout our consentl,
we'll charge you (or all deaning and repair costs,
Induding de0eaing, deodorizing, and shampooing Initial
and daily animal-violation charges and animal-removal
charges are liquidated damages for our time,
inconvenience, and overhead in enforcing animal
restrictions and Community Policies.
13. Parking. You may not be guaranteed parking. We may regulate the
time, manner, and plare of parking of all motorized vehicles and
other modes of transportation, including bicydes and scooters, in
this Lease. In addition to other rights we have to tow or boot vehidcs
under state law, we also have the right to remove, at the expense of
the vehide owner or operator, any vehicle that is no! in compliance
with this Lease.
14. When We May Enter, If you or any other resident, guest or occupant
is present, then repair or service persons, contractors, law officers,
government representatives, lenders, appraisers, prospective resi-
dents or buyers, insurance agents, persons authorized ro enter under
your rental applicalion, orour representatives may peacefully enter
the apartment at reasonable times for reasonable business purposes.
I( nobody is in the apa.tment, Ihen any such person may enter peace-
fully and a[ reasona6le times �by breaking a window or other means
when necessary) for reasonable business purposes if written notice of
the en(ry 15 lef� in a conspicuou5 place in the apartment immediately
after the entry, We are under no obligation to enter only when you
are present, and we may, but are not obligaled to, give prior notice or
make appointments.
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75. Requests, Repairs and Malfunctions.
15.1. WrittenRequestsRequired.lfyouoranyoccupantneeds
�o send a request—forexample, forrepairs, instnllations,
servlces, ownership disdosure, orsecurityrelated mniters—
it must be written and delivered to ourdesignoted
representativein accordance with fhJs Lease (excepl for
fair-housing accommodation or modification requests or
situations involving imminent danyer or threats to health or
safety, such as fire, smoke, gas, explosion, or crime in
progress).Our written notes regarding your oral request do
not constitute a written request from you.0ur complying
with or responding to any oral request doesn't waive the strict
requirement for written notices under this Lease. A request
for maintenance or repair by anyone residing in your
apartment constitutes a request from all residents. The time,
rnnnner, methodandmeans o/perlormin9malntennnce
and repairs, induding whetheror which vendors to use,
nre wJtftln oursole discretlon,
15.2. Your Requfrement to Notify. You must promptly notily us in
writing of air conditioning or heating problems, warer leaks or
moisture, mold, electrical problems, mal(unctionin9 lights,
broken or missing locks or latches, or any other condition that
poses a hazard or Ihreat ro property, health, or safety. Unless
we instruct otherwise, you are required to keep the
apartment cooled or heated according to this Lease. Air
conditioning problems are normally not emergencies.
15.3. Utilfties. We may change orinstall utility lines or
equipment serving the apartment iFthe work is done
reasonably without substantially increasing your
utility costs. We may turn off equipment and interrupt
utilities as needed to perform work or to avoid
property damage or otheremergencies.lf utilities
malfunction or are damaged by fire, water, or similar
cause, you must notify our representative immediately.
15.4, Your Remedies. We'll act with customary diligence to
make repairs and reconnections within a reasonable
time, taking into consideration when casualty-insurance
proceeds are received. UnlesS required by statute after
a casualty loss, or during equipment repair, your Rent
will not abate in whole or in part. "Reasonable time"
accounts For the severity and nature of the problem and
the reasonable availability of materials, labor, and
utilities. Ifwe (ail to timelyrepoira condition thaf
mafedallyaf/ects the physicnl health orsa(ety ofan
ordinary resldent as required by the Texas Propert y Code,
you mny be entitled to exerclse remedJes under � 92.056
and § 92.0561 olthe Texas Property Code. lf you lollow
the procedures under those sectfons, the lollowing
remedles, among others, maybeavailable toyou;
(1) termination of this Lease and an appropriate re/und
under 92.056(fJ; (2)have the rondltion repaired or
remedied according to § 92,OS61; (3) deduct from the Rent
the cost of th e repair or remedy according to 4 92, 0561;
nnd 4) judicia! remedies according to § 92,0563.
16, ourRighttoTerminateforApartmentCommunityDamageor
Closure. If, in our solejudgment, damages to the unit or building are
sfgnificant or performance oF needed repairs poses a danger to you,
we may termina[e Ihis Lease and your right to possession by giving
you at least 7 days' written notice. If termination occurs, you ag�ee
we'll re(und only prorated rent and all deposits, minus lawful deduo-
tions. We may remove and dispose of your personal property if, in
our zoleJudgment, it causes a health or safety hazard or impedes our
ability to make repairs.
16,1, Property Closure, We also have the right to terminate
this Lease and your right to possession by giving you a�
least 30 days' written notice of termination IF we are
demolishing your apartment or closing it and it will no
longer be used for residential purposes for at least 6
months, or if any part of the property becomes subject to
an eminent domain proceeding.
17. Asslynments and Subletting. You may not assign this Lease or sub
let your apartment. You agree that you won'1 rent, offer to rent or
license ail or any part of your apartment lo anyone else unless olhei
wise agreed to in advance by us in writing. You agree thal you won't
accept anythinq of value from anyone else for the use o(any part of
your apartment. You agree not to list any part of your apartment on
any lodging or short-term rental website or with any person or ser-
vice that advertises dwellings for rent.
18. Security and Safety Devlces. We'll payfor missing securitv de-
vicesthatarereauiredbvlaw You'llnavfor (Alrekeyingthat
yo r au st funless we failed to rekey afte�th�previous rrsi-
dent moved outh and fDl repairs orreolacements because of
misuseordamaaebvvouorvourfamilv vouroccuuants or our
uests. You must pay immediately after the work is done unless state
law authorizes advance payment. You must also pay in advance for
any additional or changed security devices you request.
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Texas Property Code secs. 91.151, 92,153, and 92,154 require, witl�
some exceptlons, that we provlde atno cost to you wlien occupnncy
6egins: (A) a windowlatch on ea[h window; (p)� doorviewer(peep•
lio/e or windowJ on each exteriordoor; (C1 n pin lock on each sliding
door, (pJ eithera door-handle latch or a seuuify bar on each sliding
door, (EJ a keyless bolting device (de�dbolt) on each exterioidoor,•
and (FJ eithera keyeddoarknob lock orn keyed deadbolf lock on
one entry doar. Keyed locks will be rekeyed after the prior resident
moves ouL The rekeying w111 be done either beloie you move hr w
within 7 days nfter you move in, as required by la w. lI we (a/� to in •
stoll or rekey securlty devices as required 6y law, you have the rlght
to do so and deduct the reasonable cost /rom yaurnextRenf pny-
ment under Texas Property Code sec, 92.165�1), We may deadivnte
ornot install keyless bolting devices on yourdoors i!(AJ you or an
occupant in U�e dwelling Is over55 or d(sabled, and (AJ fhe require-
men fs ol7exas Property Code sec. 92, 753(eJ or (f) nre sa tisfied.
18.7• Smoke Alarms and Detection Pevices. We'll furnish
smoke alarms or otherdeleclion devices required by law
or city ordinance. We may install additional detectors
not so required. We'll tezt them and provide working
batteries when you firsl take possession o( your
apartment. Upon requesl, we'll provide, as required by
law, a smoke alarm capable of alerliny a person with a
hearing impairment.
You must pay for and replace batteries as needed,
unless the law provides otherwise. We may replace dead
or missing batteries at your expense, without prior notice
to you. Neitheryou noryourguests or oaupants may
disable alarms or detectors. lf you damage or disable the
smoke alarm orremove a bpttery wifhoutreplacing it
with a working bottery, you may be 1ia61e to us under
Texns Pro perty Code sec. 92, 2611 /or 5100 plus one
month's Rent, actual damnges, And attorney's fees.
78.2. puty to Report, You must immediately report to us any
missing, malfunctioning or defedive se<urity devices,
smoke alarms or detectors. You'll be liable i( you fail ro
report malfunctions, or fail to report any loss, damage, or
fines resulting from fire, smoke, or water.
19. ResidentSafetyandLoss.Unlessotherwiterequiredbylaw,none
of us, our em ployees, agents, or managemenf mmponies are liable
to you, yow guests or occupan ts /or any dnmage, personql injury,
loss to personal property, orlossolbuslness orpersonalincome,
Irom an y cause, including but nof limit ed to: negligent or inten tion-
al acts olresidents, occupants, orguests; thelt, bu�gfary, ossault,
vandalism or other crimes fire, Oaod, wnter leaks, rnin, hafl,lce,
snow, smoke, I19htning, wind, explosions, interruptlon o/utilities,
plpe fenks or other occurren ces unless such damage, lnjury or loss is
coused exdusively by our negligence.
We do rtot wariant security ofany kind. You a9ree that you will not
rely upon anysewrity measures taken by us for personal security,
and that you will call 911 and local law enforcement authoriiies it any
security needs arise.
You acknowledge that we are not equipped pr trained to provide
personal security services to you, your guests or occupants. You reo-
ognize that we are not required to provide any private security ser-
vices and that no security devices or measures on the property are
fail-safe. You further acknowledge that, even if an alarm or gate ame•
nities are provided, they aie mechanical devicez that can malfuno
tion. Any charges resulting From the use o(an intrusion alarm will be
charged to you, indudinq, but not limited to, any false alarms wilh
police/fire/ambulance response or other required city charges.
20. Condition of the Premises and Alterations.
�o.l. As-Is. We dlsdaim all implied warranties. You accepl the
apartment, fixtures, and furniture as is, except for
conditions materially aNecting the health or satety of
ordinary persons. You'll be given an inventory and
Condition Form at or be(ore move-in. You agree that
after complelion of Ihe (orm or wlthin 48 hours af[ei
move-in, whichever comes first, you must note on the
(orm all defects or damage, sign lhe form, return it to
us, and the form ac<urately reflects !he condition of the
premises for purposes of determining any re(und due to
you when you move out. Othenvise, everythinq will be
considered to be in a dean, safe, and good working
condition. You must still send a separate request for any
repairs needed as provided by Par tS.t.
20.2. Standards and Improvements. Unless authorized by
law or by us in writing, you must not per(orm any repairs,
painting, wallpapering, carpeting, electrical changes, or
otherwise alter our prope�ty. No holes or stickers are
allowed inside or outside the apartment. Unless this Lease
states otherwise, we'll permit a reasonable number o1 small
nail holes (or hanging pictures on sheetrock walls and in
grooves o(wood-paneled walls. No water Furniture, washing
machines, dryers, extra phone or television outlels, alarm
systems, cameras, two-way talk device, video or olher door
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bells, or lock changes, additions, or rekeying is permitted
unless requlred by law or we've consented in writing. You may
(nstall a satelllte dish or antenna, but only if you sign ovr
satelBte dish or antenna lease addendum, which complies
with reasonable restrictlons allowed by tederel law, You must
not alter, damage, or remove our property, Induding alarm
systems, detection devlces, appliances, furniture, telephone
and telev(slon wiring, screens, locks, or security devices. When
you move in, we'll supply light bulbs for fixturez we furnish, in-
duding exterior fixtures operated (rom Inside the apartment;
after that, you'll replace them at your expense
with bulbs of the same type and wattage. Your improvements
to the apartment (made with or without our consent) become
ours unless we agree otherwise in writing.
Notices. Written notice to or from our employees, agents, or
management companies constitutes notice to or From us. Notices to
you or any other resident o( the apartment constitute notice to all
residents. Notices and requests (rom any resident constitute notice
(rom all residents.Only resfdents can give notice of Lease termination
and intent to move out under Par. 7.3. All notices and documen[s will
be In English and, at our option, in any other language that you read
orspeak.
21.1. Electronic Notice. Notice may be given electronically by
us to you if allowed by law.lf allowed by law and in
accordan<e with this Lease, electronic notice from you to us
must be sent to the email address and/or portal specified in
tliis Lease, Notice may aiso be given by phone call or to a
physical address i(allowed in this Lease.
You represent that you have provided your current email
address to us, and that you will notify us in the event your
emaii address changes.
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22. Liabiflty. Each resident (s jointly and severally liable for all Lease
obligations. IF you or any guest or occupant violates this Lease or our
Community Policies, all residents are considered to have violated this
Leaze.
22.1. In dem nification by You. You'!1 de(end, indemnify and hofd us
and ouremployees, agents, nndmanagement company
harmless from nlllinbility arising /rom your canduct or
�equests to ourrepresentatives andlrom the conduct ofor
requests 6y yourinvitees, occupa�ts orguesfs,
23. DefaultbyResidenL
23•7. Acts of Default. You'll be in default if: (A) you don't
timely pay Rent, including monthly recurring charges, or
other amounts you owe; (Q) you orany guest or
occupant violates this Lease, our Community Policies,
or fire, safety, health, criminal or other laws, regardless of
whether or where arrest or conviction occurs; (C) you
give incorrect, incomplete, ar False answers in a rental
application or in this Lease; or (D) you or any occupant is
charged, detained, convicted, or given deferred
adjudicatlon or pretrial diversion for (1) an offense
involving actual or po[enUal physical harm to a person, or
involving the manufacture ordelivery of a controiled
substance, marijuana, or druq paraphemalia as defined
in the Texas Controlled Substances Act, or (2) any sex-
related crime, including a misdemeanor.
23.2, Evlction.11youdefault,lncludingholdingover,wemay
endyourrlght ofoccupancy by giving you at least a 24-
hourwrltten notice to vacate. Termination of your possession
rights doesn't release you from liability for future Rent or
other Lease obligations. Aflergiving notice to vncate o�
filing an eviction suit, we maystill occept Rent or other
sums due; the filing oracceptance doesn't waive or
diminlsh ourrighto/eviction oranyothercontractual or
statutoryright. Aaepting moneyat any time doesn't waive
our right to damages, to past or future Rent or other sums,
or to our continufng with eviction proceedings. In an evictlon,
Rent is owed for the full rental period and will not be
prorated.
23.3. Accelerallon. Unless we elect not to accelerate Rent, all
monthly Hent for the rest of the Lease term or renewal
period will be accelerated automatically without notice
or demand (before or a(ter acceleration) and will be
immediately due iC without our written consent: (A) you
move out, remove property in preparing to move out,
or you or any oc<upant gives oral or written notice o(
intent to move out before the Lease term or renewal
period ends; and (B) you haven't paid all Rent (or the
entire Lease term or renewal perlod. Remaining Rent will
aiso be accelerated if you're Judicially evicted or move
out when we demand becauseyou've de(aulted.
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23.4.
23.5.
I( you dori t pay the first monUi s Rent �vhen or before this Lease
begins, all future Rent for the Lease tenn will be aulomatically
accelera[ed without notice and become immediately due. We
a Iso may end your right of occupa ncy and recover damages,
future Rent, attomey's fees, court costs, and other lawful charges.
Holdover. You and all occupants must vacate and surrender
the apartment by or before the date contained in: (1) your
move-out notice (2J our notice to vacate, (3) our notice of
non-renewal, or (4) a written agreement specifying a different
move-out date. If a holdover occurs, then you'll be 1ia61e to us
for all Rent for lhe full term of the previously si9ned lease o( a
new resident who can't occupy because o( the holdover, and
at our option, we may extend the Lease term and/or increase
the Rent by 25%by delivering written notiw ta you or your
apartment while you continue to hold over.
Other Remedies. We may report unpaid amounts to
credit agencies as allowed by law, I( we or our debt
collector tries to collect any money you owe us, you
agree that we or the debt collecbr may contact you by
any legal means. If you de(ault, you wlll pay us, in addition
to other sums due, any rental dlscounts or concessions
agreed to in writiny that have been applied to your aaounL
We may remver atlorney's fees in connection with en(orcing
our rights under this Lease. All unpaid amounts you owe bear
interest at the rate provided by Texas Finance Code Section
304.003�c) (rom the due date. You must pay all collecUon-
agency fees i( you fail to pay sums due within 10 d'dys after
you are mailed a Ietter demanding payment and stating that
collection-agency (ees will be added if you don't pay all sums
by that deadline. You are also liable (or a charge (no! to
exceed 5150) to cover our time, <ost and expense for any
eviction proceeding against you, pius our attomey's fees and
expenses, court costs, and filing fees actually paid.
24. Representatives' Autliority and Walvers.Ourrepresentatives (in-
cluding monngement pe�sonnel, ernployees, ond agents) have no
outhority to walve, nm end, or t erminate thls Lease or ony parf o/It
unless in wr(ting and sign ed, and no aut hority to make promises, rep-
resentatlons, or agreements thot impose security duties or other ob-
ligotions on us or our representntives, unless in w�iting ond sign ed.
No ac tlon or omission by us will be considered a waiver of our nyhts or of
any subsequent violation, default, or time or place o(performance. Our
choice to en/orce, not enforce or delay en/orcem ent o(writ ten•no-
tice requlrements, renfal due dates, acreleration, liens, oranyother
rights 1sn't a woiver under any circwnstances. Delay in dem anding
sums you owe is not a waivec Except when notice or demand is required
by law, you waive any notice and demand for performance from us if you
deiault. Nothing in this Lease constitutes a waiverolour remedies for a
breach underyour prior lease Ihat ocwrred before Ihe Lease term begins.
Your Lease is subordinate to existing and future recorded ntortgages, un-
less the owner 5 lender choozes otherwise.
All remedies are cumula6ve. Ezertising one remedy won't constitute
an election or waiver of other remedies. All provisions reqarding our
nontiability or nonduty apply to our employees, agents, and manage
rnent companies. No employee, agent, or management company is
personally liable for any of our contractual, statutory, or other ob�iga-
tions merely by virtue of atting on our behalf.
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25. Move-OutNotice. Beforemovfngout,youmustgiveourrepresen-
tative advance wriften move-out notice as statedin Par. 4, even il
this Cease hns become a month•to-month lease. The move-out date
can't be changed unless we and you both agree in writing
Vourmove-out notice must comply with each o/ the /allowing:
(a) Unless we require more than 30 days' notice, iFyou give
notice on the first day o( the month you intend to move
out, move out will be on the last day of that month.
(b) Your move-out notice must nol terminate this Lease
before the end o( the Lease term o� renewa� period.
(c) I( we require you to give us more than 30 days' written
notice to move out before the end of the Lease term, we
wlll give you 1 written reminder not less lhan 5 days nor
more lhan 90 days before your deadline forgiving us
your written move-out notice. If we lail to give a reminder
notice, 30 days' written notice to move out is required.
(d) You must get from us a written acknowledgment of your
notice,
26. Move-Out Procedures.
26.1. Cleaning.Youmustthoroughlydeantheapartment,i�duding
doors, windows, furniture, bathrooms, kitchen appliances,
patios, balconies, garages, carports, and storage rooms. You
must (ollowmove-out cleaning instructions i( lhey have been
provided. If you don't clean adequately, you'll be liable for
reasonable cleaning charges—including charges for cleanlny
carpets, draperies, fumiWre, walls, etc. that are soiled beyond
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normal wear (that is,wear or soiling that ocars without
negligence,carelessness,accident,orabuse).
26.2, Move-Out Inspection. We may, but are nol obligaled to,
provide ajoint move-out Inspection. Our representatives
have no authority to bind or limit us regarding deductions (or
repa(rs, damages, or charges. Any statements or estimates by
us or our representative are subject to ourcorrection, modi-
fication, or disapproval be(ore final accounting or refunding.
27. Surrender and Abandonment. You have surrendered the apartmenl
when: (A) the move-out date lias passed and no one is Iiving in the
apartment in our reasonable judgment; or �B) apartmeni keys and ao
cess devices listed In Par. 2,1 have been tumed in to us—whichever
happens first.
You have abandoned the apartment when all of the following have
occurred: (A) everyone appears to have moved out in our reasonable
judgment; (61 you've been in default Ior nonpayment of Rent for 5
consewtive days, or water, gas, orelect�ic service for the apartment
not connected in our name has been terminated or transferred; and
(q you've not responded for 2 days to our noHce left on the inside of
the main entry door stating that we <onsider the apartment aban-
doned. An apartment Is also considered abandoned 10 days after tlie
death of a sole resident.
27,1. The Ending of Your Rights. Surrender, abandonment, or
judicial evictioii ends your right of possession for all purposes
and gives us the Immediate right to clean up, make repairs in,
and relet the apartment; determine any security-deposit
deductions; and remove or store property left in the apartment.
27.2. Removal and Storage of Property, We, orlaw officers, may—
but have no duty to—remove or store all property that in our
solejudgment belongs to you and remains in the apartment
or in common areas (induding any vehides you or any
occupant or guest owns or uses) a(ter you'rejudicially evicted
orifyousurrenderorabandontheapartment.
We're notliable lorcasualty, loss, darnage, or the/t. You
musl pay reasonable charges for our packing, removing and
storing any property.
Except for animals, we may throw away or give to a charitable
organization all personal properry that is:
(1) le(t in the apartment after surrender or abandonment; or
(2? left oulside more than i hour after writ of possession is
executed, followingJudicial eviction.
An animal removed after surrender, abandonment, or eviction
may be kenneled or turned over to a tocal authority, humane
society, or rescue organization.
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28. TAA Membership, We, the management company representing us,
or any locator service that you uzed confirms membership in yood
standing o(6oth the Texas Apartment Association and the affiliated
Iocal apartment association for the area where the apartment is
located at the time of signin9 this Lease. If not, the following applies:
(A) this Lease is voidable at your option and is unenforceabie by us
(except for property damages); and (B) we may not recover past or
future rent or other charges. The above remedies also apply if both
of the following occur: (1) this Lease is automat(cally renewed on a
month-to-month basis more than onte after membership in TAA and
the local asso[lation has lapsed; and (2) neither the owner nor the man-
agement company is a memberof TAA and the local association du�ing
the third automatic renewal. A signed affidavit (rom the affiliated local
apartment association attesting to nonmembership when this Lease
or renewal was signed will be conclusive evidence of nonmembership.
Governmental entities may use TAA forms if TAA agrees in writing.
Name, address and telephone numbero( locator service (i(applicable):
29, SeverablUty and Survivability. If any provision of this Lease is inval-
id or unenforceable under applicable law, ft won't invalidate the re•
mainderof this Lease or change the inient o(the parties. Paragraphs
10,1,10.2, 16, 22.1, 27, 30 and 31 shall survive the termination of
this Lease. This Lease binds subsequent owners.
30. Controlling Law. Texas law govems Ihis Lease. All litigation arising
under this Lease and all Lease obligations must be brought in the
county, and precinct if applicable, where the apartment is located.
37. Waivers. [3y signing this Lease, you agree to the following:
31,1. ClassActionWaiver. Youagreethatyouwillnotparlicipate
in any class action daims against us or our employees, agents,
or management company. You must file any clalm against us
individualiy, and you expressly waive yourrlghf to bring,
represent,joln orotherwise mafntain a class actlon,
colfect lve actlon or similar proceeding against us in
nny for�m.
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7HE TERMINATIONOR EXPIRATION OF THI LEA E
31.2. Force Majeure. I(we are prevented (rom completing substan-
tial per(ormance of aiiy obligation unde� this Lease by
occurrences that are beyond our control, indudiny but
not limited to, an act of God, strikes, epidemics, war, acts of
tenorism, riots, Oood, fire, hurricane, tomado, sa6otage or
govemmental regulation, then we shall be excused from iny
further performance of obligations to (he fullest extent
allowed by law.
32. Special Provisions, The (ollowing, or altached Special Provisions and
any addenda or Community Policies provided to you, are part of this
Lease and supersede any con0icting provisions in this Lease.
Resident is resaonsible to pav for
utilities, plus cable and internet of
$90.00 oer month
Before su6mitting a rental application or signing this Lease, you
should review the dorurnents and may consult an attorney, You are
bound by this Lease when it is signed. An electronic signature Is
binding. This Lease, including all addenda, is the entire agreement
between you and us. You agree that you are NOT relying on any
oralrepresentations,
Resident orResidents (all sign belov�)
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Date zigned
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Official site of the City of Fort Worth, Texas
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Create New From This M&C
DATE:6/25/2024 REFERENCE NO.:M&C 24-0552 LOG NAME:192024-2025
ACTION PLAN
CODE:C TYPE:NON-CONSENT PUBLIC
HEARING:YES
SUBJECT: (ALL) Conduct Public Hearing and Approve the City of Fort Worth's 2024-2025 Annual
Action Plan for the Use of Federal Grant Funds in the Amount of $13,036,747.00 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)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing to allow citizen input and consideration of the City's 2024-2025 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 $13,036,747.00 from the Community
Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships Program, Emergency Solutions Grant,
and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS grant programs;
2. Approve the City's 2024-2025 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 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;
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' 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;
5. 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 2024-2025 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;
6. 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;
7. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in
the Grants Operating Federal Fund in the total amount of $13,136,747.00 consisting of
$7,006,875.00 in Community Development Block Grant funds, $2,763,144.00 in HOME
Investment Partnerships Program funds, $614,768.00 in Emergency Solutions Grant funds, and
$2,651,960.00 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
8. Authorize a waiver of the Neighborhood Services Department indirect cost of 28.10\%, estimated
total of $341,260.45.
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DISCUSSION:
The City's 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan summarizes the major housing and community development
activities and proposed expenditures for the program year beginning October 1, 2024 and ending
September 30, 2025 for use of federal grant funds totaling $13,036,747.00 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
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, 2024. All proposals were received on March 15, 2024. 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 10, 2024, 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 8, 2024.
A 30-day public comment period was held from May 15, 2024 to June 14, 2024. Notice of this public
comment period was published in La Vida News on May 9, 2024; in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram on May
13, 2024; in Wise County Messenger on May 16, 2024; and in the Cleburne Times Review and the
Weatherford Democrat on May 18, 2024.
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 May 29, 2024, and the second public hearing is
scheduled for the City Council on June 25, 2024.
A summary of staff's final funding recommendations is provided below in Tables 1,2, and 3. A PowerPoint
presentation listing funding recommendations is also attached. The 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan will be
submitted to HUD by August 15, 2024.
Indirect costs totaling approximately $341,260.45 could be charged to the CDBG grant, 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. This amount is calculated based on the
estimated salary expenses and other administrative costs for the CDBG program totaling $1,214,450.00.
This amount multiplied by the indirect cost rate of 28.10\% equals $341,260.45.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
For Program Year 2024-2025, it is recommended that the amount of $7,006,875.00 in CDBG funds and
an estimated amount of $50,000.00 in CDBG program income totaling $7,056,875.00 be allocated as
follows:
Public Service Agencies - $1,051,031.00: Includes social services for low- and moderate-income
persons, persons with disabilities, and disadvantaged persons
Housing Programs - $2,930,000.00: Includes funding for the City's Priority Repair Program, Cowtown
Brush-Up, and accessibility modifications for seniors and persons with disabilities
Major Projects - $644,469.00: Includes funding for multifamily rental rehabilitation
Program Delivery - $980,000.00: Includes program delivery costs for housing programs
Administration - $1,401,375.00: 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
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For Program Year 2024-2025, it is recommended that the amount of $2,763,144.00 in HOME funds and
an estimated amount of $50,000.00 in HOME program income totaling $2,813,144.00 be allocated as
follows:
Homebuyer Assistance Program - $72,358.00: Includes funding for down payment and closing cost
assistance for low- and moderate-income homebuyers
Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs) for affordable housing projects -
$414,471.60: These funds will be used by Housing Channel for an affordable housing development in
southeast Fort Worth called Mason Heights. Funds will be used for the acquisition of land and new
construction of 248 residential units comprised of the following: 125 Single Family attached
townhomes, 106 Single Family detached homes, and 17 cottages. An estimated 104 units
(approximately 42\%) will be sold to low to moderate income households at or below 80\% Area
Median Income (AMI). This funding is part of a multi-year commitment to Housing Channel for a total
of five years.
Major Projects - $2,000,000.00: Includes $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 $1,000,000.00 allocated to the multifamily housing project, Columbia Renaissance -
Phase III
Administration - $276,314.40: 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 2024-2025, it is recommended that the amount of $2,651,960.00 in HOPWA funds be
allocated as follows:
Public Service Agencies - $1,626,781.00
Neighborhood Services Department - $945,620.00
Administration - $79,559.00
EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANT
For Program Year 2024-2025, it is recommended that the amount of $614,768.00 in ESG funds to be
allocated as follows:
Public Service Agencies - $568,660.00
Administration - $46,108.00
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
Housing Channel Affordable Housing
Housing Counseling &
Education $111,000.00
Meals-On-Wheels, Inc. of
Tarrant County Aging In Place Nutrition Program $75,000.00
Sixty and Better, Inc. Aging In Place
Increasing Access to
Basic Needs for Senior
Adults
$50,000.00
AB Christian Learning Center Children and Youth
Services
Out of School Time
Program $90,000.00
$80,000.00
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater
Tarrant County, Inc.
Children and Youth
Services
Youth Development at
Eastside Branch
Camp Fire First Texas Children and Youth
Services Teens In Action $78,300.00
Girls Incorporated of Tarrant
County
Children and Youth
Services
Girls Inc. of Tarrant
County $100,000.00
Junior Achievement of the
Chisholm Trail, Inc.
Children and Youth
Services
Cradle to Career
Initiative $50,000.00
United Community Centers,
Inc.
Children and Youth
Services
Holistic Educational
Literacy Program $90,000.00
Easter Seals North Texas, Inc.Economic Empowerment
and Financial Resilience Employment Services $60,000.00
Taste Project Economic Empowerment
and Financial Resilience
Culinary Workforce
Development Program $25,000.00
The Ladder Alliance Economic Empowerment
and Financial Resilience
Tarrant County
Workforce
Development
$81,731.00
The Women's Center of Tarrant
County, Inc.
Economic Empowerment
and Financial Resilience Employment Solutions $60,000.00
Your Harvest House, Inc.Economic Empowerment
and Financial Resilience Client Aid Services $25,000.00
Cancer Care Services Healthy Living and
Wellness
Increasing Health
Equity by Decreasing
Health Disparities
$50,000.00
Tarrant Area Food Bank Healthy Living and
Wellness Home Delivery $25,000.00
CDBG Public Services Agencies Total $1,051,031.00
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 $1,671,031.00
Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS Contracts
TABLE 2: HOPWA AGENCIES
AGENCY CONSOLIDATED PLAN
GOAL PROGRAM AMOUNT
AIDS Outreach
Center, Inc.
Homelessness Prevention
and Special Needs
Support
The Housing Assistance
Program
- Administration, Tenant-
Based Rental Assistance
(TBRA), Short-Term
Rent, Mortgage, and
Utility Assistance
$326,781.00
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(STRMU), Supportive
Services
Tarrant County
Samaritan Housing,
Inc.
Homelessness Prevention
and Special Needs
Support
HOPWA Program -
Administration, Tenant-
Based Rental Assistance
(TBRA), Short-Term
Rent, Mortgage, and
Utility Assistance
(STRMU), Supportive
Services, Facility-Based
Operations (FBO)
$1,300,000.00
TOTAL HOPWA CONTRACTS $1,626,781.00
Emergency Solutions Grants Contracts
TABLE 3: ESG AGENCIES
AGENCY CONSOLIDATED PLAN
GOAL PROGAM AMOUNT
The Presbyterian Night
Shelter of Tarrant County,
Inc.
Homelessness Prevention and
Special Needs Support
Shelter
Operations/Services $127,345.00
Lighthouse for the
Homeless dba True Worth
Place
Homelessness Prevention and
Special Needs Support
Day Shelter
Operations/Services $138,851.00
SafeHaven of Tarrant
County
Homelessness Prevention and
Special Needs Support
Shelter
Operations/Services $75,000.00
Center for Transforming
Lives
Homelessness Prevention and
Special Needs Support Rapid Re-Housing $75,901.00
The Salvation Army Homelessness Prevention and
Special Needs Support
Homelessness
Prevention $151,563.00
TOTAL ESG CONTRACTS $568,660.00
All figures have been rounded to the nearest dollar for presentation purposes.
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 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.
These programs are available in ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS.
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Fund Department
ID
Account Project
ID
Program Activity Budget
Year
Reference #
(Chartfield 2)
Amount
Fund Department
ID
Account Project
ID
Program Activity Budget
Year
Reference #
(Chartfield 2)
Amount
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. These are reimbursement grants.
TO
FROM
Submitted for City Manager's Office by:Fernando Costa (6122)
Originating Department Head:Kacey Bess (8187)
Additional Information Contact:Sharon Burkley (5785)
Rhonda Hinz (2573)
ATTACHMENTS
19NS ACTION PLAN 2024_Agency Form 1295 Forms.pdf (CFW Internal)
2024-2025 Action Plan_Secretary of State Filings.pdf (CFW Internal)
Action Plan Budget-Staff Recommendations_052924.pptx (CFW Internal)
IR_2024-2025 ACTION PLAN.docx (CFW Internal)
ORD.APP192024-2025 ACTION PLANFY24_AO(r7).docx (Public)
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