Item:
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Department of Social Services Budget Ordinance Number 18BCC000030 Recognizing $83,203 for Housing Opportunities for Persons with Aids (HOPWA) Funds
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Date of BOCC Meeting: April 9, 2018
Request for Board Action:
Agenda Text
The Board is requested to recognize $83,203 from the City of Durham for The Housing Opportunities for Persons with Aids (HOPWA) Program. The City of Durham and Durham County Department of Social Services have entered into an Interlocal Agreement (Sub-Grant Agreement) whereas DSS, the Project Sponsor is being awarded the HOPWA Program funds for eligible activities. This is a federal program dedicated to the housing needs of people living with HIV/AIDS. HOPWA housing assistance funds are to be used to help persons remain in their own homes, to help homeless persons find affordable housing, and to provide those with other housing needs access to appropriate housing. Supportive service assistance provides additional resources to clients to help meet needs such as case management, nutritional services, and alcohol and drug abuse treatment.
HOPWA Budget:
Salaries $40,168
Client Support $33,659
Technology Support $ 9,376
Total $83,203
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This action aligns with Goal 2: Health and Well-being for All.
Resource Persons: William Rose, Director and Janeen Gordon, Assistant Director of Aging and Adult Services.
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the Board approve Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 18BCC000030 recognizing $83,203 for Housing Opportunities for Persons with Aids (HOPWA) Funds from the City of Durham.
Signature
County Manager: ____________________________