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City Council Meeting Minutes January 19, 2021 in CDBG-CV Round 3 Funding, to be used for a rent/mortgage/utility assistance program • November 29, 2020 - January 11, 2021 - Notice of Funding Availability for Design and Administration of a COVID-19 Emergency Housing and Business Relief Program by a non-profit The recommendation by staff is to provide funding for individuals and not businesses on this round of funding. Ms. Griffith stated two applications were received from Veteran Services Office & HOME Center and Community Action Inc. and BR3T. Ms. Griffith stated the pros of the Veteran Services Office & HOME Center that it combines resources and expertise to serve all residents and provides case management. The cons is that the program is not ready to launch and desire to build capacity - better done with other funding sources The other application was received from Community Action Inc. and BR3T and the pros are the capacity and expertise are ready, partnership provides "bench" depth and recent experience with similar funding sources and clients. Ms. Griffith stated the staff recommendation award of $567,825 to Community Action Inc (CAI) for the design and administration of the COVID-19 Relief Program for individuals and families using CDBG-CV Round Three funding, with the stipulation that a minimum of $454,260 be awarded to beneficiaries of the program. She also noted that staff is recommending that the total amount funding available be granted and no administrative fee be kept by the City. We will assist but they will be responsible for marketing and administration of the program. Mayor Hughson inquired about the difference in amounts and what does it do. Ms. Griffith stated the difference is for administration and any money left will be given to beneficiaries for utilities or rent. The administration fee includes staff time worked and cost for marketing. Mayor Pro Tem Derrick inquired about staff salaries? Ms. Griffith stated the CDBG employees are not funded in the general fund, with the exception of a small amount but rather funded by the grant. Council Member Gleason expressed his support of Community Action and BR3T. City of San Marcos Page 13