Description
Title: Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the interlocal agreement with Austin Travis County Mental Health Mental Retardation Center, d/b/a Integral Care for the Homeless Health and Wellness Center program, which offers behavioral health services integrated with primary care, to add one-time funding in the amount of $497,299, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $2,388,026. Funding: $497,299 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Community Court.
Summary
The City of Austin is considering an amendment to its interlocal agreement with Integral Care to enhance the Homeless Health and Wellness Center program, which integrates behavioral health services with primary care. The proposed funding of $497,299, drawn from the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of the Austin Community Court, raises the total contract amount to $2,388,026. This funding is critical in maintaining services for individuals experiencing homelessness, particularly those with the highest needs as identified by the Austin Community Court's waitlist and the Homeless Outreach Street Team. If not approved, the amendment could jeopardize access to essential case management and health services, significantly impacting vulnerable populations in the community. The amendment aims to ensure continued support for these vital services