Title
Adopt a Resolution to Approve and Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Strategic Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Consulting for Winter Shelter Operations for an Amount Not-to-Exceed $180,000 in Previously Allocated General Funds
Staffreport
COUNCIL PRIORITY
* Housing and Homelessness
SUMMARY
The San Leandro Winter Warming Shelter will provide essential support for community members experiencing homelessness during the winter season, prioritizing safety, warmth, and well-being. The City has historically partnered with First United Methodist Church of San Leandro and nonprofit April Showers, alongside a nonprofit shelter provider, to deliver winter warming services. This season, the shelter will offer overnight respite, warm meals, and access to resource referrals and housing navigation services. Staff recommends Strategic Emergency Medical Services Consulting as the operator for the shelter during the 2024-2025 season.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Staff recommends that the City Council approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Strategic Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Consulting for the operation of Winter Shelter services at a total cost not to exceed $180,000 in previously allocated General Funds.
BACKGROND
Winter Shelter Overview
The San Leandro Winter Warming Shelter is a critical resource for community members experiencing homelessness. Historically, the City of San Leandro has partnered with First United Methodist Church of San Leandro and nonprofit April Showers to deliver essential winter shelter services. This collaboration has provided individuals with access to overnight shelter, warm meals, and support services in a compassionate, structured environment.
The shelter not only offers a safe place to rest but also facilitates connections to vital resources. Guests are provided with resource referrals, case management, and housing navigation services to support long-term stability and reduce barriers to acc...
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