The resolution allocates $1,297,915.20 in ARPA funds to Community Care Fellowship, Inc. and Nashville Launch Pad for interim housing services. Community Care Fellowship will operate four Mobile Housing Navigation Centers, each providing 10-12 beds and support for 15-20 unhoused residents to secure housing within 120 days. Nashville Launch Pad will provide 12 sleeping pods to assist young adults (18-26 years old) in obtaining permanent housing, with an emphasis on LGBTQIA+ welcoming services. Both programs address immediate needs, including food, healthcare, and mental health support, while focusing on housing solutions. The contracts will run for 18 months or until funds are exhausted.
This decision addresses homelessness by funding temporary housing and supportive services for vulnerable populations, including young adults and individuals experiencing homelessness in Nashville. It demonstrates the use of federal ARPA funds to improve community welfare.