PILLAR: Vibrant
AGENDA DATE: October 14, 2026
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): Citywide
DEPARTMENT: Office of Housing and Community Empowerment
PRIORITY: N/A
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SUBJECT
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Authorize Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to exercise the second of two, one-year renewal options to the service contract with Bridge Steps dba The Bridge for immediate housing solutions, including the assistance to homeless persons by providing rental assistance in conjunction with supportive services through the Rapid Re-housing Program at the Bridge Homeless Recovery Center for the period October 14, 2026 through October 13, 2027 - Not to exceed $119,549.00, from $274,909.44 to $394,458.44 - Financing: FY 2026-27 Emergency Solutions Grant Fund (subject to annual appropriations)
*In alignment with Drivers of Opportunity Framework.
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BACKGROUND
On May 2, 2024, a Notice of Funding Availability ("NOFA") (OHS-2024-00024798) for Emergency Solutions Grant (“ESG”) Rapid Re-housing Services, and received nine responses, with Bridge Steps dba The Bridge (“The Bridge”) being selected based on experience, approach/methodology and financial capacity.
The ESG Rapid Re-housing Services contract will provide homeless persons with access to housing quickly and provide the supportive services needed to assist them in maintaining housing stability. This contract is in support of the following key priorities: preventing homelessness, protecting persons experiencing homelessness, promoting affordable housing solutions, and partnering to maximize resources. The services will be provided at the City’s homeless shelter located at 1818 Corsicana Street (The Bridge Homeless Recovery Center). The contract will be managed by the Office of Housing and Community Empowerment. Services include short-term and medium-term rental assistance, housing stability case management and essential supportive services for clients, which utilize best practices specified by the National Alliance to End Homelessness.
As the only low barrier shelter and entry point for all adult males and females experiencing homelessness in the City, this agreement is vital to keeping guests sheltered and safe while also helping them exit homelessness. The Bridge is equipped with the required experience and capabilities to successfully provide these services at the City’s homeless shelter and will assist persons experiencing homelessness with innovative solutions to overcome their housing crisis and provides substantial case management services.
Since opening in 2008, The Bridge has been an integral part of the City’s homeless response system through the provision of day shelter, night shelter, and housing attainment services. Day services include meal service (three meals per day, 365 days per year), peer support services, showers, laundry facilities, storage of client belongings, and case management. Service offerings have evolved over the years. Other services include kennel services for pets of overnight shelter guests and the creation of a street outreach team.
Collaboration with the Office of Housing and Community Empowerment, the local Continuum of Care via lead agency Housing Forward, other social service agencies and homeless service providers is essential to the continued success of the City’s partnership with Bridge Steps. Currently, the following agencies provide services at the location, Parkland Hospital, MetroCare Services, and the Veteran’s Administration. Other services include a library, barber shop, computer lab, and telephone service for guests and residents.
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
On August 28, 2024, the City Council authorized a service contract of one-year with two, one-year renewal options with Bridge Steps dba The Bridge, for the immediate housing solutions including the assistance of homeless persons by providing rental assistance in conjunction with supportive services through the Rapid Re-housing Program, in the amount not to exceed $149,010.44 (sourced from ESG funds), by Resolution No. 24-1190.
On September 24, 2025, the City Council authorized the first of two, one-year renewal options with Bridge Steps dba The Bridge to provide immediate housing solutions, including the assistance of homeless persons by providing rental assistance in conjunction with supportive services through the Rapid Re-housing Program at the Bridge Homeless Recovery Center, in the amount not to exceed $125,899.00 (sourced from ESG funds), increasing the total contract amount from $149,010.44 to $274,909.44, by Resolution No. 25-1528.
The Housing and Homelessness Solutions Committee was briefed by memorandum regarding this matter on September 22, 2026. <https://dallascityhall.com/government/citymanager/Documents/Council%20Materials/I.%20Upcoming%20Agenda%20Item%2026-2905A%20Supp%20Agreement%202%20Bridge%20Steps.pdf>
FISCAL INFORMATION
|
Fund |
FY 2027 |
FY 2028 |
Future Years |
|
FY 2026-27 Emergency Solutions Grant Fund |
$119,549.00 |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |