Resolution approving the second amendment to the grant agreement between Lutheran Social Services of Northern California and the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”), for money management services, extending the grant term by 24 months from June 30, 2026, for a total term of July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2028, and increasing the agreement amount by $5,210,685 for a total amount not to exceed $15,210,535; and authorizing HSH to enter into any amendments or other modifications to the Amendment that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities, or materially decrease the benefits to the City and are necessary or advisable to effectuate the purposes of the Agreement.

This resolution approves the second amendment to a grant agreement between Lutheran Social Services of Northern California (LSS) and the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (HSH). The amendment significantly expands and extends money management services for formerly homeless individuals in Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH).

Key Changes:

• Term Extension: The agreement is extended by 24 months, from June 30, 2026, to June 30, 2028. The total term now spans from July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2028.
• Funding Increase: The agreement amount is increased by $5,210,685, bringing the new total not to exceed $15,210,535.
• Funding Source: 55% of this amendment is funded by Proposition C (2018), the Gross Receipts Tax for Homelessness Services.

Program Details:
LSS provides crucial services including Third Party Rent Payment (TPRP) and Representative Payee Programs (RPP) to help clients manage finances, pay rent, and maintain housing stability. The program aims to serve an average caseload of 2,000 clients per month at 191 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94102, with a staff of 16.73 full-time equivalent (FTE) positions. Key objectives include scheduling intakes within 7 business days for 95% of new clients, offering budget plans to all clients, and ensuring 85% of clients remain in housing or exit in good standing.