This resolution approves a grant agreement for Urban Alchemy to operate emergency shelter services for about 250 homeless adults at 711 Post Street, with funding of up to $18.7 million from February 2022 to June 2024. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and alignment with city planning policies.
Resolution approving a grant agreement between Urban Alchemy and the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing for emergency shelter operations and support services serving approximately 250 adults experiencing homelessness at the property located at 711 Post Street, for a total term of February 1, 2022, through June 30, 2024, for a total not to exceed amount of $18,736,820 pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118(b); affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of consistency with General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
How it got here
The legislation originated from the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing's initiative to address homelessness through a new semi-congregate shelter at 711 Post Street, prompted by a declared shelter crisis in San Francisco.
The Board of Supervisors and Mayor Breed declared a shelter crisis, affirming the city's commitment to combat homelessness and enhance shelter options.
The Mayor announced a plan to expand shelter services, including semi and non-congregate options, building on the success of the Shelter-in-Place Hotel Program.
The Planning Department determined that the proposed temporary shelter at 711 Post Street is not subject to CEQA under Assembly Bill 101.
The Planning Department found that the proposed shelter program is consistent with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code.
HSH presented a grant agreement to the Budget and Finance Committee for Urban Alchemy to operate the shelter, with a total not to exceed amount of $18,736,820.
The Board of Supervisors adopted the resolution approving the grant agreement with Urban Alchemy for the shelter operations.
Reconstructed from attached documents & the official record
This resolution approves an extension and increase in funding for shelter services at 711 Post Street, allowing Urban Alchemy to continue operations until March 31, 2026, with a total funding of up to $27,594,252. It also gives the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing the authority to make minor adjustments to the agreement as needed.
