PILLAR: Vibrant
AGENDA DATE: January 14, 2026
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): 7, 14
DEPARTMENT: Office of Housing and Community Empowerment
PRIORITY: N/A
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SUBJECT
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Authorize Supplemental Agreement No. 5 to an Agreement with Legal Aid of Northwest Texas to extend the term for one year, from January 31, 2026 to January 31, 2027, or until all funds previously authorized for this Agreement have been fully expended, whichever occurs first - Financing: This action has no cost consideration to the City (see Fiscal Information)
*In alignment with Drivers of Opportunity nexus.
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BACKGROUND
This item authorizes a no-cost extension to the City's Agreement with Legal Aid of Northwest Texas for continued delivery of eviction legal assistance services funded through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds that has since been converted to multi-year funding. The Agreement supports Dallas residents in Council Districts 7 and 14 at risk of eviction by providing legal representation and related tenant assistance that helps prevent displacement and housing instability.
The current term of the Agreement ends January 31, 2026. Additional time is needed to complete delivery of services and fully expend funds previously authorized for this Agreement. This action extends the term for one year through January 31, 2027, or until all funds previously authorized for the Agreement have been fully expended, whichever occurs first. The extension is time only and does not increase the not-to-exceed amount; there is no cost consideration to the City.
The City staff has been advised that express the City Council authorization is required to further extend the Agreement term. This item ensures continuity of eviction legal assistance services while allowing the City to complete program implementation and funding expenditure consistent with applicable requirements.
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