Special Notice / Hearing: None__
Vote Required: Majority
To: Honorable Board of Supervisors
From: Claire Cunningham, Director, Human Services Agency
Subject: Second Amendment to the Agreement with WeHOPE for Homeless Shelter Operation Services
RECOMMENDATION:
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Measure K: Adopt a resolution authorizing a second amendment to the agreement with WeHOPE for homeless shelter operation services by adding $3,779,176 in funds for a revised total amount of $9,266,914 and extending the term two years for a revised term of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2028.
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BACKGROUND:
Homeless shelter services are an essential component of the County of San Mateo's homeless crisis response system, providing a safe temporary place to stay and supportive services to help clients as they find permanent housing.
On December 21, 2022, the Human Services Agency (HSA) issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Homeless Shelter Services to identify shelter operators beginning in July 2023. Based on the evaluation criteria in the RFP, WeHOPE was selected to provide adult shelter services at the WeHOPE Shelter located in East Palo Alto.
On June 13, 2023, this Board by Resolution No. 079756(d) authorized an agreement with WeHOPE for the purpose of providing homeless shelter services and inclement weather beds during San Mateo County Inclement Weather program activations in the amount of $5,487,738 for the term of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2026.
On October 23, 2024, HSA amended this agreement to increase the availability of beds without any change to the term or funding.
DISCUSSION:
HSA is requesting the Board authorize an amendment for WeHOPE to add $3,779,176 in funds to extend the term of the agreement two years for a revised term of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2028, for a revised total amount of $9,266,914.
WeHOPE will continue to operate the shelter as a low-barrier shelter program and will provide 24/7 staffing and services to each client. This co...
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