HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Authorizing Agreements with ASSET Agencies for Relocation Services for Tenants RESOLUTION NO. 24-379
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AGREEMENTS WITH ASSET AGENCIES FOR UP
TO $25,000 TO PROVIDE RELOCATION SERVICES FOR TENANTS
FOR THE CITY OF AMES,IOWA
WHEREAS, on May 31, 2024, tenants at a property located on Welch Ave were notified
by the City's Inspection Division that unless the rental property meets code, all occupants will be
required to vacate the structure within 30 days of the date of the notice; and,
WHEREAS, a financial assistance resource page from United Way for those needing help
with housing was provided with the notice as most tenants at the property were low income and
would need assistance to find comparable housing opportunities; and,
WHEREAS, at the June I Ph City Council meeting, the City Council received
communication from Good Neighbor Emergency Assistance requesting financial assistance for
tenants at the affected properties; and,
WHEREAS, the estimated amount of need identified in the letter was $25,000 and there
are $26,258 in unallocated City funds that remain set aside for emergency shelter services.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames, Iowa,
that the allocation of$25,000 of unspent FY 2024/25 ASSET Funds be used to support housing
services presently funded through ASSET and the authorization of staff to enter into agreements
with ASSET agencies currently under contract for those services is hereby approved.
ADOPTED THIS 25th day of June, 2024.
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Renee kall, City Clerk John A. Haila, Mayor
Introduced by: Corrieri
Seconded by: Betcher
Voting aye: Beatty-Hansen, Betcher, Corrieri, Gartin, Junck, Rollins
Voting nay: None Absent: None
Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this 25th day of June, 2024.