This resolution allows the Human Services Agency to apply for and receive up to $573,950 in funding from the state to support young adults in finding and keeping housing. The funds will be used through the Transitional Housing Program.
Resolution authorizing the Human Services Agency to apply for and accept a County Child Welfare Agency Allocation for an amount up to $573,950 from the California Department of Housing and Community Development under the Transitional Housing Program to help young adults secure and maintain housing.
How it got here
The legislation originated from the California Department of Housing and Community Development's allocation of funds under the Transitional Housing Program to assist young adults in securing housing.
The Department announced the availability of $8 million in funding under the Transitional Housing Program for counties to help young adults aged 18 to 24 secure and maintain housing, prioritizing those formerly in foster care or probation systems.
San Francisco was confirmed as a county child welfare agency eligible to apply for funding under the Transitional Housing Program.
Trent Rhorer approved the Grant Information Form for the Transitional Housing Program, indicating the intent to apply for the funding.
The Budget and Finance Committee amended the resolution to increase the funding amount to $573,950 and recommended it for adoption.
The Board of Supervisors adopted the resolution authorizing the Human Services Agency to apply for and accept the Transitional Housing Program allocation.
Mayor Breed approved the resolution, finalizing the authorization for the Human Services Agency to accept the funding.
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