Title
Retroactive Authorization to Apply for, Accept and Enter Into an Agreement with The Arizona Community Action Association dba Wildfire (Ordinance S-53307) - Citywide
Description
Request retroactive authorization for the City Manager, or his designee, to apply for, accept funds and enter into an agreement with the Arizona Community Action Association, Inc. dba Wildfire for the City of Phoenix to become a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Outreach Partner and accept an amount not to exceed $206,294 for the period October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027. Further request to authorize the City Treasurer to accept and the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item.
Report
Summary
This agreement will support low-income residents by providing assistance with SNAP benefit applications for City of Phoenix residents. The City will help connect eligible individuals and families to food assistance by offering education about the SNAP program and conducting eligibility pre-screenings based on household income and expenses. In addition, the City will provide one-on-one application support, assist clients in navigating online benefits portals and offer advocacy services to help resolve any delays, questions or issues that may arise with local service agencies.
Contract Term
The agreement will begin on or about October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027, with no option to extend.
Financial Impact
The total amount of the contract will not exceed $206,294. There is no impact to the General Fund.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Gina Montes and the Human Services Department.