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- EXHIBIT A I INDIAN RIVER COUNTY STATE AGENCY FUNDING REQUEST A. Program Cover Page Agency: Treasure Coast Homeless Services Telephone: 772-213-9040 Council Contact Person: Rayme L. Nuckles Fax: Title: Visionary Leader E -Mail: Address: 2525 St. Lucie Ave, Vero Beach, FL 32960 Website Address Program Title www.tchelpspot.org Enhanced Services 772-567-7791 ray me(o)tchel pspot. org I Agree - By checking the "I Agree" box and entering your name below, you certify that information contained in this application accurately reflects the activities of this agency and that the expenditures or portions thereof for which County funds are being requested are not reimbursed by any other source. Name: Rayme L. Nuckles Title: Visionary Leader tenet oescnotion of the oroaram Tor wnicn tunoina is reouesteo: We are requesting funds to support the hiring of additional staffing for Indian River County to help develop and bolster county relations and enhance program delivery for the region after the passing of HB1365 which will increase the workload of the homeless response system. Indian River County funding has already been paramount in allowing us to recruit needed staff members for our resource center to support service delivery and accurate tracking and reporting of existing programs. This year, we have increased collaborative efforts to include beginning new programs within Indian River County such as our Rapid Resolution Respite program in collaboration with the Indian River Hospital District and specific housing measures for the Opioid Crisis in collaboration with Indian River County. We have additionally increased our efforts to support Veterans through our Veteran focused programs, which has helped decrease Veteran homelessness in the County by 53% according to 2024's Point -In -Time Count. We have additionally employed a Housing Navigator who has worked diligently to support program operations in the county, and those served also are connected to a Healthcare Navigator and legal aid services. Further, with the passing of HB1365, we anticipate increased pressure on local systems to respond to homelessness. This will likely include an increased cost burden to local counties as they work on implementing the bill. This request is a first step to allow us to pre-emptively begin these efforts. Hired staff will focus heavily on street outreach and case management. To strengthen homeless outreach across Indian River County, the Treasure Coast Homeless Services Council proposes a dedicated outreach team collaborating with the IRC Sheriffs Office. This team would ensure immediate response and on-site service connection, maximizing outreach effectiveness. By investing in a two additional positions for Indian River County, you can ensure the continued success and growth of these vital programs as well as a proactive response to changes required by the legislature. Allowing us to continue to optimize program delivery, and ultimately empower us to serve even more individuals in need. Thank you for your continued consideration and suppor Amount requested from Indian River County for 2024/2025: $345,000.00 Total Proposed Program budget for 2024/2025: $500,000.00 Percent of total Program budget: 69% Current Funding (2023/2024) $95,000.00 Dollar increase / (decrease) in request: $250,000.00 Percent increase / decrease in request: 263.16% EXHIBIT A