Item Description:
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Three Agmts with local agencies to provide transitional housing, housing case management and day reporting services for Community Corrections clients, 05/01/24-12/31/26, total combined NTE $4,550,866
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Resolution:
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BE IT RESOLVED, that Agreement PR00005856 with 180 Degrees for transitional housing services in the not to exceed amount of $3,600,000; Agreement PR00005858 with RS Eden for transitional housing and supportive housing case management services in the not to exceed amount of $440,866; and Agreement PR00006052 with Lutheran Social Services for transitional housing and day reporting services in the not to exceed amount of $510,000, all for the period beginning May 1, 2024 through December 31, 2026 be approved, that the Chair of the Board be authorized to sign the Agreements on behalf of the County; and the Controller be authorized to disburse funds as directed.
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Background:
The Hennepin County Department of Community Corrections and Rehabilitation (DOCCR) issued an RFP last fall for Adult and Juvenile Supportive Housing Services. The RFP sought proposals to provide transitional housing for clients recently released from incarceration and in need of full supportive care with their transition back into the community or clients who are experiencing housing instability. Transitional, supportive housing for DOCCR clients is a key component of stabilizing clients to reducing recidivism risks, support finding employment, maintaining physical and mental health, and jump-starting positive change. Services to be provided by selected vendors are described in more detail below.
PR00005856 180 DEGREES, INC.
180 Degrees will provide residential treatment and transitional housing services at their Clifton Place location, and supportive housing services at the Great River Landing location. Residential treatment includes assessment, therapy, and counseling for convicted adult male clients sentenced by District Court and provide an individualized day treatment program for convicted adult clients, also sentenced by District Court. Last year, 180 Degrees worked in collaboration with Beacon Interfaith to establish a presence at the Great River Landing facility for 180 Degrees to provide supportive housing for adult men in the community exiting incarceration.
PR00005858 RS EDEN
RS Eden will provide two services under a single agreement.
• Residential treatment programming and supportive services for transitioning into the community at Reentry West and Reentry Metro. Each location provides ongoing client accountability and surveillance, individual case management services, rehabilitation groups, and other transitional programming, including housing and employment assistance, and referrals to other community service agencies. Reentry West serves up to 32 men; Reentry Ashland serves up to 38 men; and Reentry Metro serves up to 26 women and up to 5 small children.
• Housing case management services to clients who transition back into the community from incarceration. RS Eden develops and operates affordable, safe, and supportive housing throughout the Twin Cities, currently providing nine supportive housing developments that serve youth, single adults, and families. In addition to housing placements, clients receive ongoing case management services which include individualized community support plans, employment assistance, recovery supports for mental and chemical health, tenant leadership activities and neighborhood community involvement.
PR00006065 LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICE OF MINNESOTA
Lutheran Social Service operates Portland House, a residential program for adult males released from a correctional facility, treatment program, or who are on correctional supervision in the community and facing housing instability. This short-term program will primarily serve DOCCR clients ages 18 or older who are still under the jurisdiction of DOCCR. Program staff work with clients to establish goals for education and employment, long-term housing needs, developing, and maintaining a stable community support system along with physical and mental wellness. Portland House also offers a non-residential day program of intensive community support for clients that do not require the residential component and who may need to return to the facility if their housing becomes unstable. The overall goal is for clients to have the tools and self-confidence to live independently in the community and successfully complete their probation.
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Recommendation from County Administrator: Recommend Approval