Description
Title: A resolution approving an amendment to a Continuum of Care Grant Agreement between the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency replacing the original grant recipient with the Office of Homeless Services as the replacement recipient of the Continuum of Care Programing Grant in the amount of $465,701 for Continuum of Care Planning Activities.
Summary
The document outlines a resolution for the City of Nashville to accept a $465,701 grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to support the Office of Homeless Services (OHS) as the new Collaborative Applicant for the local Continuum of Care (CoC) program. This funding, transferred from the Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency (MDHA), is intended to enhance the CoC system, facilitate community coordination, evaluate project compliance, and manage HUD grant applications. The resolution reflects a strategic shift in local governance aimed at improving homeless services in Nashville, ensuring that OHS can effectively coordinate resources and services for vulnerable populations. This grant is renewable annually, underscoring its ongoing importance for the city’s approach to homelessness