TO: Members of the City Council
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
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Planning and Community Development |
Carol Helland |
425-556-2107 |
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
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Planning and Community Development |
Tisza Rutherford |
Homeless Outreach Administrator |
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Planning and Community Development |
Brooke Buckingham |
Human Services Manager |
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Planning and Community Development |
Seraphie Allen |
Deputy Director |
TITLE:
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Acceptance of the King County Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy (VSHSL) Grant
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
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The City of Redmond Human Services Division is requesting Council approval to accept King County Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy (VSHSL) grant for one-time funding totaling $6,000 to support the City’s comprehensive case management services for people experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity. This one-time funding was awarded by Metropolitan King County Councilmember Perry, District 3.
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☒ Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
☐ Receive Information ☐ Provide Direction ☒ Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
Homeless and Housing Stability Program
Council approval is required to accept grant funding.
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OUTCOMES:
Acceptance of this funding will expand program flex funds to provide needed services for individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability, which local non-profit organizations may not cover. These services include car repair, ID/ driver’s license replacement, vehicle registration, gas cards, storage fees, and move-in assistance.
COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH AND INVOLVEMENT:
- Timeline (previous or planned):
N/A
- Outreach Methods and Results:
N/A
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BUDGET IMPACT:
Total Cost:
$6,000.00 received in grant funds. Staff working on this project are funded through the adopted budget.
Approved in current biennial budget: ☒ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
Budget Offer Number:
0000307 - Housing & Human Services
Budget Priority:
Vibrant and Connected
Other budget impacts or additional costs: ☐ Yes ☐ No ☒ N/A
If yes, explain:
N/A
Funding source(s):
Grant
Budget/Funding Constraints:
Eligible expenses incurred from January 1 through December 31, 2025.
☐ Additional budget details attached
COUNCIL REVIEW:
Previous Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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9/02/25 |
Committee of the Whole - Planning and Public Works |
Provide Direction |
Proposed Upcoming Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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None proposed at this time |
N/A |
Time Constraints:
N/A
ANTICIPATED RESULT IF NOT APPROVED:
Loss of grant funding opportunity.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A: City of Redmond Letter of Award