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Council approves $1.68M HOME‑ARP contract for tenant rental assistance
Summary
Greensboro approved a $1,681,072 contract with the Greensboro Housing Authority to administer HOME‑ARP tenant based rental assistance using ARP funds; council recorded an 8–0 vote with one recusal (Holston). Staff said the program can provide up to 24 months of assistance per household and prioritizes qualifying populations.
The Greensboro City Council approved a resolution authorizing a $1,681,072 contract with the Greensboro Housing Authority to implement a tenant‑based rental assistance program funded by HOME‑ARP (supplemental American Rescue Plan) on March 17.
Housing staff explained the allocation and eligibility: HOME‑ARP funds (the transcript cited approximately $6.6 million total) must serve specific qualifying populations — people experiencing or at risk of homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, and other households needing supportive services. The contract establishes partner roles: the Greensboro Housing Authority will administer the assistance; the Continuum of Care will help with referrals via a by‑name list; and local nonprofits such as the Servant Center will support referrals.
Program mechanics described by staff include eligible uses such as security and utility deposits, housing inspection costs, and case management. The funding can provide up to 24 months of assistance per household, though staff said the aim is to stabilize households so they do not need the full 24 months.
Council action: The item carried with an 8–0 vote and one recusal from Councilmember Holston, who reported a conflict because his organization had been consulted on the allocation plan. Council instructed staff to proceed with contract execution and implementation with the listed partners.
