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requirements outlined in the March 27, 2020 letter. The March 27, 2020 FEMA approval
letter describes eligible FEMA reimbursable uses, including eligible populations, and
should further equip communities in evaluating local funds available for this response.
(See the CDSS FEMA Guidance webpage and information under “Fiscal Matters” below
for more information on FEMA non-congregate shelter and PRK.) The majority of PRK
expenditures are federally reimbursable under FEMA, for both hotel/motel room
occupancy agreements and necessary core operating services for FEMA-prioritized
populations, at 75 percent federal share of cost. FEMA has continued to approve
requests for extensions for reimbursement of NCS costs. Extensions are granted on a
monthly basis; currently these costs are reimbursable through November 29, 2020. The
State intends to continue to request these extensions through the public health
emergency.
B. State and Federal Funding Sources
The Guide to Strategic Uses of Key State and Federal Funds to Reduce Homelessness
During the COVID-19 Pandemic describes many state and federal funds available,
eligible activities, and strategic guidance for local use. Of the available funding sources,
the PRK and Rehousing Strategy, Homeless Emergency Aid Program (HEAP), and
Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention Program (HHAP) are among the
funding streams that can be used as the 25 percent cost share for FEMA. In addition to
the guidance offered in the above Guide, the following descriptions and resources are
among those that should be considered for PRK operations and rehousing efforts to
leverage funds and programs for maximum benefit to communities:
• Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF): In addition to federal allocations, CRF was
distributed to local communities by the California Department of Finance (DOF)
and may be used for PRK operations and rehousing efforts. These funds may be
used for costs incurred from March 2020 to December 30, 2020. The guidance
from DOF describes the allocations, reporting process, and frequently asked
questions. DOF has also made a presentation available to describe the
requirements and eligible uses of CRF funds. These funds may be used as the
25 percent cost share for FEMA, but must be tracked closely to ensure the uses
comply with FEMA eligibility.
• Whole Person Care (WPC): WPC may be leveraged to support PRK clients
through NCS operation as well as services such as connection to behavioral and
physical health and permanent housing. DHCS is seeking approval for an
extension of WPC through 2021 and CDSS is available to offer additional
information to counties that wish to leverage these funds.
• ESG-CV: These funds are eligible to be used on PRK operations, referred to in
the HCD NOFA as non-congregate shelter. Eligible uses include both emergency
shelter and transitions to permanent housing out of emergency shelter. Note: it is
recommended that these funds be prioritized for use on rehousing out or PRK
sites. As a reminder, these funds are not eligible to be used for the 25 percent
FEMA cost share for non-congregate shelter.
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