Narrative of Resolution:
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To authorize payments one month in advance to a provider for a warming center
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If Resolution requires expenditure of County Funds, provide the following information:
Amount to be authorized by Resolution: $8,100.00
Are funds already budgeted? Yes
Specify Compliance with Procurement Procedures: #R-23-33
RESOLUTION INTRODUCED BY HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE TO AUTHORIZE PAYMENTS ONE MONTH IN ADVANCE TO A PROVIDER FOR THE OPERATION OF A WARMING CENTER
WHEREAS, the County of Sullivan through the Department of Social Services, coordinates the operation of the county’s Warming Centers during months of cold temperatures to provide a safe and warm space for residents in need; and
WHEREAS, the Sullivan County Federation for the Homeless provides said service in accordance with #R-23-33, and has expressed concerns about operating the warming center located in Monticello, New York due to upfront cost; and
WHEREAS, the Sullivan County Federation for the Homeless has requested to be paid one month in advance for services based upon estimated costs established through the terms and conditions of their contract.
WHEREAS, in order to support the Federation’s cash flow needs, the County will fund the first month in advance for an amount not to exceed $8,100.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Legislature approves payments to be issued one month in advance to the Sullivan County Federation for the Homeless for the operation of the warming center based upon the estimated cost established through the terms and conditions of their contract for an amount not to exceed $8,100.00.