Narrative of Resolution:
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To execute agreements between DSS and OFA for assistance with HEAP
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If Resolution requires expenditure of County Funds, provide the following information:
Amount to be authorized by Resolution: $12,000
Are funds already budgeted? Yes
If ‘Yes,’ specify appropriation code(s): A-7610-87-R1972-R211 and A-6010-38-40-4001
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Specify Compliance with Procurement Procedures: 140-3.4
RESOLUTION INTRODUCED BY HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE TO AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES (DSS) AND THE SULLIVAN COUNTY OFFICE FOR THE AGING (OFA) FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THE HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE (HEAP)
WHEREAS, the County of Sullivan, through the Department of Social Services requires a service agreement with a qualified provider to comply with Social Services Law and Title 18 NYCRR, Part 393, specifically that the County of Sullivan shall provide for a comprehensive program of assistance and care to supply the basic needs of eligible individuals living within the county who qualify for public assistance; and
WHEREAS, a high volume of applications must be screened and processed for the County’s Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) in order to provide services in a timely manner; and
WHEREAS, the Sullivan County Office for the Aging has qualified, available, and willing staff to provide the services for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Sullivan County Office for the Aging in consultation with the Sullivan County Department of Social Services has agreed to provide HEAP services for the period of October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the Sullivan County Office for the Aging has agreed to provide these services for complete applications and for a fee of $40.00 with a not-to-exceed amount of $12,000.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Sullivan County Legislature does hereby authorize the County Manager to execute an agreement between the Department of Social Services and the Sullivan County Office for the Aging to provide necessary HEAP services to those eligible individuals living within the county who qualify for assistance and care related to HEAP; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the agreement will be from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026 for a fee of $40.00 per application with a not-to-exceed amount of $12,000; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the form of said contracts will be approved by the Sullivan County Attorney’s Office.