Title
Authorization to Enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with Maricopa County (Ordinance S-49580)
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into an intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with Maricopa County to accept funding to support the acquisition costs of a forthcoming emergency shelter located at 2425 S. 24th St., Phoenix, AZ 85034 (Shelter). The total value of the IGA will not exceed $6.25 million. Further request to authorize the City Treasurer to accept, and the City Controller to disburse, all funds related to this item. The City will utilize the funding to assist Community Bridges, Inc. in acquiring the property.
Report
Summary
American Rescue Plan Act funding awarded to the City from Maricopa County will be used to support the acquisition of the Shelter by Community Bridges, Inc. This Shelter is currently being leased by Community Bridges, Inc. to provide bridge housing for individuals experiencing homelessness as the service provider moves those individuals to other types of housing or appropriate services. Supportive services will also be provided at this Shelter to support long term success in individuals retaining housing.
Contract Term
The term of the IGA will begin on or about March 22, 2023, and run through June 30, 2024, and may be extended up to two years, which may be exercised by mutual agreement of the City and Maricopa County.
Financial Impact
The total value of the IGA will not exceed $6.25 million. Funding is available from Maricopa County and will be budgeted in the Human Services Capital Improvement Program. There is no impact to the General Fund.
Location
2425 S. 24th St.
Council District: 8
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Gina Montes and the Human Services Department.