City Approval of $125,000 Housing Services Contract with HomesUnited Ministries

Original title: Motion Approving a Not-for-Profit Service Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and HomesUnited Ministries, Inc. for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Housing Program Services in the Amount of $125,000 - (Commission Districts 1, 2, 3 and 4)

Record date · April 21, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The City of Fort Lauderdale has approved a $125,000 service agreement with the non-profit organization HomesUnited Ministries, Inc. The funding is designated for housing programs focused on mental health and substance abuse support.

Why it matters

This authorizes the expenditure of $125,000 in city funds to provide specialized housing services for residents dealing with mental health and substance abuse issues across four city commission districts.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

HomesUnited Ministries, Inc.

The organization is entering into a contract to receive $125,000 in exchange for providing housing services.

Directly affected

Residents of Districts 1, 2, 3, and 4

These residents are the intended recipients of the mental health and substance abuse housing services funded by the city.

Key Facts

The City of Fort Lauderdale approved a service agreement with HomesUnited Ministries, Inc.
The total value of the contract is $125,000.
The services provided under this agreement are for mental health and substance abuse housing programs.
The services will be provided in Commission Districts 1, 2, 3, and 4.

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The motion was introduced on January 20, 2026.
The status of the motion is officially PASSED.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the $125,000 contract?

The funds are allocated to HomesUnited Ministries, Inc. to provide housing programs specifically for individuals dealing with mental health and substance abuse issues.

Which areas of the city will these services cover?

The services are designated for Commission Districts 1, 2, 3, and 4.

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