Narrative of Resolution:
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To accept additional SAEF funding extending the program through September 30, 2026
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If Resolution requires expenditure of County Funds, provide the following information:
Amount to be authorized by Resolution: $192,000
Are funds already budgeted? Yes
If ‘Yes,’ specify appropriation code(s): A-6010-38-47-4752
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INTRODUCED BY HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE TO ACCEPT ADDITIONAL SHELTER ARREARS EVICTION FORESTALLMENT (SAEF) PROGRAM FUNDING AND EXTEND THE PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) recently allocated the Department of Social Services (DSS) funding to extend the Shelter Arrears Eviction Forestallment (SAEF) program, until September 30, 2026; and
WHEREAS, eligibility for assistance through this $192,000, which includes the additional funding allocation of $96,933 is for the period from October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2026; and
WHEREAS, funding assistance is limited to households who have shelter arrears and require assistance to retain permanent housing; and
WHEREAS, the funds will be prioritized to fund certain households such as those with children under the age of six, single individuals with a history of housing instability, veterans, individuals and families experiencing domestic violence (DV), and other victims of violence; and
WHEREAS, funds will be used to pay no more than six months of arrears per household, if eligible; and
WHEREAS, the DSS will draw down funds from the SAEF Program in lieu of using County funds for the purpose of supporting this program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County of Sullivan accepts this funding pursuant to the OTDA Local Commissioner’s Memo 26-LCM-01 to utilize said funds to pay shelter arrears to forestall evictions and retain permanent housing; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the above-mentioned allocation will be contingent upon the County's receiving continued State aid at anticipated funding levels.