Homelessness Prevention & Intervention / Continuum of Care - Full Board Meeting
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Summary
Meeting Overview
The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government Board met on July 8, 2026, at 1:30 PM in the third floor conference room of the Phoenix Building located at 101 East Vine. The meeting consisted of seven agenda items, all presented as informational reports. No votes were taken during the meeting, and no public comments were heard. The Board received updates from multiple committees and departments, including reports from the Data and Systems Integration Committee, Program Performance and Evaluation Committee, and Advocacy Issues and Programs Committee. Additional informational presentations covered the Encampment Standard Operating Procedures and Review Report, the OHPI Director's Report, Continuum of Care Program Updates, and Mayor's Task Force on Homelessness Updates.
Attendance
Present: Joy Andrade, Amy Beasley, Ron Delgado, Diane Fleet, Billy Love, Chris Primo, David Shad
Absent: Amanda Bryant, TC Johnson, Liz Sheehan, Lola Still
Late: None
Budget and Financial Actions
The Board approved five encampment removal contracts totaling $8,540.45:
- Encampment removal at 900 Nandino Boulevard: $5,170.47
- Encampment removal at 720 DeRode: $1,949.98
- Encampment removal at 1502 Roanoke: $700
- Encampment removal at Nicholas Park overpass: $420
- Encampment removal at 2180 Call Drive: $300
Data and Systems Integration Committee report
Adam presented an update from the Data and Systems Integration Committee covering developments with the HMIS platform and related training initiatives.
Platform Updates
The committee discussed new features being implemented on the HMIS platform, along with enhanced scoring capabilities for assessments. These updates are designed to improve the platform's functionality and data analysis capabilities.
User Training
The committee addressed upcoming user training sessions to ensure staff are prepared to utilize the new platform features and scoring capabilities effectively.
Outcome
This report was presented for informational purposes, providing the Board with an overview of current systems integration work and planned training activities.
Program Performance and Evaluation Committee report
Amy presented the Program Performance and Evaluation Committee report to the Board.
Key Topics Discussed
The committee addressed updates from three organizations:
- Independence Place: The committee reported an increase in the number of persons served by Independence Place.
- Lex Housing Authority: The committee discussed challenges currently faced by the Lex Housing Authority.
- Salvation Army: Updates were provided regarding the Salvation Army's operations and activities.
Outcome
This agenda item was presented for informational purposes, with no formal action or decision required from the Board.
Advocacy Issues and Programs Committee report
Marissa presented an update from the Advocacy Issues and Programs Committee 13:38. The report was informational in nature and covered three main topics.
The committee discussed updates from the Mayor's Task Force, though specific details of those updates were not provided in the available materials. Additionally, the committee reviewed information related to the COC competition, the nature and outcomes of which were not specified in the summary.
A significant portion of the discussion focused on changes to HUD's chronic homelessness requirements. The committee addressed how these regulatory changes may impact the organization's programs and operations, though the specific details of those changes and their implications were not documented in the available materials.
The presentation concluded without any formal action items or decisions requiring a vote, as the outcome was classified as informational only.
Encampment SOPs and Review Report
Jeff presented an update on changes to the encampment removal process and recent encampment removals.
Key Changes
The presentation focused on modifications to the encampment removal procedures, with a significant shift in responsibilities to Code Enforcement. Jeff reported on how these operational changes have been implemented and their effects on the encampment removal process.
Recent Activity
Jeff provided information on recent encampment removals that have taken place under the updated procedures.
Outcome
This item was presented as informational, with no formal action or decision required from the Board.
OHPI Director's Report
Jeff presented updates on fiscal year budgets, unallocated funds, and the status of various programs and grants 30:09.
The report covered the following areas:
- Fiscal year budget status and allocations
- Unallocated funds available for distribution
- Program and grant status updates
This was an informational presentation with no formal action items or decisions required from the Board.
Continuum of Care Program Updates
Jeff presented an update on the Continuum of Care Program, covering three primary topics: the release of the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the local competition process, and shifts in HUD's funding strategy for permanent housing projects. 38:19
The presentation was informational in nature, with no formal action or debate recorded. Jeff outlined the current status of the NOFO release and explained how the local competition process would operate under the updated framework. He also discussed changes in HUD's approach to funding permanent housing initiatives, indicating a strategic shift in how resources would be allocated and prioritized.
The Board received this update for informational purposes, with no specific concerns or outcomes documented beyond the presentation of these program developments.
Mayor's Task Force on Homelessness Updates
Jeff provided an informational update on the Mayor's Task Force on Homelessness, covering the task force's operational plans and next steps.
Key Topics Presented:
- Task force meeting schedule
- Public engagement plans
- Timeline for finalizing recommendations
Outcome:
This was an informational presentation with no formal action taken by the Board.