Special Notice / Hearing: None__
Vote Required: Majority
To: Honorable Board of Supervisors
From: Louise F. Rogers, Chief, San Mateo County Health
Chester J. Kunnappilly, MD, Chief Executive Officer, San Mateo Medical Center
Scott Gilman, Director, Behavioral Health and Recovery Services
Subject: Agreement with LifeMoves for Rental Assistance, Supported Housing, and Emergency Shelter Services
RECOMMENDATION:
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Adopt a resolution authorizing an agreement with LifeMoves for rental assistance, supported housing and emergency shelter services for the term July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2023, in the amount of $668,268.
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BACKGROUND:
Founded in 1987, LifeMoves provides a comprehensive coordinated network of housing and social services for the Peninsula’s homeless residents. LifeMoves was initiated by a broad-based community response to the plight of homeless families and single adults and is a model of community involvement. LifeMoves has become a principal provider of housing and support for homeless families and individuals living on the Peninsula. Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) has contracted with LifeMoves since 2003.
DISCUSSION:
LifeMoves provides shelter beds for BHRS clients with co-occurring disorders who are at risk of homelessness. Should additional transitional beds be available, BHRS has the option to purchase these beds on an as-needed basis. LifeMoves also provides beds for referrals from the San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC), as a cost-efficient alternative to using costlier emergency services (e.g. Psychiatric Emergency Service and hospital inpatient administrative days).
LifeMoves clients may choose to receive case management services, which include an initial assessment of financial resources, job skills and opportunities, and referrals to other service providers as needed.
Under the Administrative Memorandum B-1, agreements providing housing services and related supports are exempt from the requirement for a Request for Proposals process.
The resolution contains the County’s standard provision allowing amendment of the County’s fiscal obligations by a maximum of $25,000 (in aggregate).
The agreement and resolution have been reviewed and approved by County Counsel as to form. This agreement is late due to prolonged contract negotiations and is on the Continuing Resolution.
BHRS and SMMC provide a range of services to promote wellness and recovery, as well as to support consumers remaining in the lowest possible level of care. It is anticipated that 70% of clients will accept and/or engage in case management services.
PERFORMANCE MEASURE:
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FY 2020-21 Actual |
FY 2021-22 Estimated |
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Percentage of clients who accept and/or engage in case management services |
70% 26 clients |
70% 26 clients |
FISCAL IMPACT:
The term of the agreement is July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2023. The amount of the agreement is not to exceed $668,268 for the two-year term.
The not to exceed amount for BHRS is $382,560. Funds in the amount of $191,280 are included in the BHRS FY 2021-22 Recommended Budget. Of that amount, the Mental Health Services Act will fund $119,600. The Net County Cost will be $71,680.
The not to exceed amount for SMMC is $285,708. Funds in the amount of $142,854 are included in the SMMC FY 2021-22 Recommended Budget. Expenses at SMMC are covered by fees for services or third-party payors whenever possible. Expenses for services provided to the medically indigent or those covered by programs that do not meet the full costs of care are covered by the County’s General Fund contribution to SMMC and are within the existing annual appropriation.
Similar arrangements will be in place for subsequent years.