STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Housing & Homelessness Solutions
AGENDA DATE: August 9, 2023
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): 10
DEPARTMENT: Department of Housing & Neighborhood Revitalization
EXECUTIVE: Majed Al-Ghafry
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SUBJECT
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Authorize (1) an Interlocal Agreement with Dallas County for supportive housing for persons experiencing homelessness as part of a cost share agreement between the City of Dallas and Dallas County for the St. Jude Center - Vantage Point located at 9019 Vantage Point Drive Dallas, Texas 75243; and (2) the establishment of appropriations in an amount not to exceed $3,000,000.00 in the Mixed Income Housing Development Bonus Fund - Not to exceed $3,000,000.00 - Financing Mixed Income Housing Development Bonus Fund
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BACKGROUND
St. Jude, Inc. (SJI), a component non-profit organization under the Catholic Housing Initiative, currently oversees two St. Jude Centers. These facilities provide permanent housing support and intensive casework services to homeless individuals, addressing the root causes of their issues. As part of its expansion strategy, SJI has shown interest in a property located at 9019 Vantage Point, Dallas, Texas 75243 (Property). The intent is to acquire and transform this property into a residential facility, providing permanent supportive housing for homeless individuals. This undertaking will be a collaborative effort with Catholic Charities Dallas. At present, SJI is in the process of securing the necessary capital, having already contracted to purchase the property. The property, a 132-unit extended stay hotel, is located near the intersection of Interstate Highway-635 and Greenville Avenue. Its surroundings primarily comprise other commercial establishments, including hotels, restaurants, and multi-family residences.
This item authorizes an Interlocal Agreement with Dallas County (County) to provide funding for supportive housing for persons experiencing homeless...
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