Title
Arizona Department of Economic Security, Division of Aging and Adult Services, Community Action Agency Funding (Ordinance S-46480)
Description
Request authorization for the City Manager, or his designee, to apply for funding and enter into a contract with the Arizona Department of Economic Security (ADES), Division of Aging and Adult Services. The ADES contract amount for Community Action Program services is approximately $9,571,520 annually or an aggregate not to exceed $47,857,600 over the five-year term. The contract term will begin on or about July 1, 2020 and end June 30, 2025. Further request authorization for the City Treasurer to accept and the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item for the life of the contract.
Report
Summary
The City of Phoenix Human Services Department (HSD) is the designated Community Action Agency for the city of Phoenix service area, and contracts with ADES for funding to deliver Community Action Agency services. Under this contract, HSD is directed to promote the participation of the entire community in the reduction or elimination of poverty.
Community Action Agency funding allows HSD to assist low-income individuals and families in removing obstacles and resolving barriers to self-sufficiency. Funding supports new and existing services for low-income individuals and families to secure and retain employment and/or education, housing assistance, emergency utility assistance, and provide ongoing supportive services through case management and community coordination.
ADES has issued a Request for Application to facilitate the establishment of a new contract period to provide Community Action Agency services in Phoenix. Funding consists of both federal and local funds to include Community Services Block Grant, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Social Services Block Grant and Neighbors Helping Neighbors programs. Funding levels may be adjusted throughout the contract period through amendments based on federal and state program appropriations.
Financial Impact
The funding for the first year of the contract is $9,571,520. The aggregate amount of the contract will not exceed $47,857,600 over the life of the contract. There is no impact to the General Fund.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Assistant City Manager Deanna Jonovich and the Human Services Department.