Authorize negotiation and execution of an agreement with Family Endeavors, Inc. d/b/a Endeavors to maintain year-round operational readiness during cold weather shelter activations and inclement weather events and operationalize three City-owned facilities to provide emergency lodging and shelter to unsheltered individuals during cold weather activations for an initial 12-month term beginning October 1, 2026, in an amount not to exceed $900,000, with two 12-month extension options, each in an amount not to exceed $900,000, for a total agreement amount not to exceed $2,700,000. Funding: $900,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Social Services Budget of Austin Homeless Strategies and Operations. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.
26-2599 · Consent · Agenda Ready
Vote: Approved on Consent, Sep 24, 2026, 11 yes, 0 no.