Explanation
BACKGROUND: This legislation authorizes the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a planned modification of a Subrecipient Not For Profit Service Contract with Maryhaven Inc., to extend the contract term from December 31, 2026 to December 31, 2027, to support the “CORE Team” so they may continue to provide supportive services for individuals defined as homeless based on HUD’s definition of chronic homelessness, and to declare an emergency.
Original $264,000.00 Ord. 3237-2025 PO555546/PO576682
Mod 1 $ 0.00
Total $264,000.00
In accordance with C.C. 329.09(a):
1. No additional funds are being requested under this modification.
2. The need for additional services was foreseen at the time the initial contract was awarded, but legislative modification is required by operation of C.C. 329.09(b).
3. It is in the City’s best interest to continue with Maryhaven Inc., one of the current organizations
4. , to provide supportive services for individuals defined as homeless based on HUD’s definition of chronic homelessness.
5. The pricing for services will remain the same as in the original contract.
The City of Columbus is currently facing an increase in unsheltered homelessness. This growing crisis has not only affected individuals and families experiencing homelessness, but it has also created challenges for first responders, city employees, community members, and outreach workers who interact with these residents. Recognizing the significance of this issue, the City launched a new pilot program: the “CORE Team” (Columbus Outreach & Resource Engagement team). This team consists of engagement specialists from Southeast, Inc. and Maryhaven, Inc., who will work in close coordination with the City’s Homeless Response Team to expand assistance and engagement for unsheltered residents. This team will assist the city’s most vulnerable population in finding safe, secure, appropriate, and stable living environments tailored to ...
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