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THE CITY OF 35 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT PLEASANTON. June 2, 2020 City Manager Housing Division TITLE: APPROVAL OF AN EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR RENTERS AFFECTED BY THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A PROSSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH A SERVICE PROVIDER TO IMPLEMENT AND ADMINISTER THE PROGRAM SUMMARY This report describes a proposal for an Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP") for renters affected by COVID-19 pandemic. The program would assist Pleasanton residents who are unable to pay their rent as their household incomes have been reduced due to the Shelter in Place order that have been implemented to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. The City then would select a service provider to implement and administer the program. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended the City Council approve the proposed Emergency Rental Assistance Program for renters affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and authorize the City Manager to execute a professional services contract with a service provider to assist staff in implementing and administering the program. FINANCIAL STATEMENT The FY 2020/21 Mid-Term budget includes $500,000 from the Lower Income Housing Fund for the proposed Emergency Rental Assistance Program. Of this amount, City staff is estimating approximately at least 10% ($50,000) will be allocated for administration of the program.