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Two amendments to provide housing and reentry services for Community Corrections clients; MN Dept of Corrections grant, add'l $50,000 (recv); Attic Correctional Services, add'l $100,000, revised contract periods 11/1/21- 6/30/24, combined NTE $408,333.
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Resolution:
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BE IT RESOLVED, that Amendment 2 to Agreement A2111070 accepting an additional $50,000 in grant funding from the Minnesota Department of Corrections for the revised period November 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024, revised receivable amount of $150,000; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Amendment 2 to Agreement PR00003883, for the revised period December 15, 2021 through June 30, 2024, revised not-to-exceed amount of $258,333; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the above agreements be approved, that the Chair of the Board be authorized to sign the Agreement on behalf of the County; and the Controller be authorized to disburse funds as directed.
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Background:
Probation/parole clients served by the Hennepin County Department of Community Corrections and Rehabilitation (DOCCR) are often at risk for homelessness. Housing stability is a key component of reducing recidivism risks, finding employment, maintaining health and jumpstarting positive change in their lives.
Agreement A2111070, Amd 2, Minnesota Dept of Corrections
This $50,000 annual grant, going into its third year with a required $50,000 local match from DOCCR, is used to contract with Attic Correctional Services for targeted case management and housing support services. This service will enhance housing capacity for DOCCR clients, reduce barriers to finding permanent housing and increase employment outcomes with the goal of reducing recidivism.
Agreement PR00003883, Amd 2, Attic Correctional Services
This agreement with Attic facilitates access to community housing by guiding clients who are at risk for homelessness or homeless in applying for and retaining placements in private housing options that are safe a...
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