Item 16 - OC Grand Jury’s Investigative Report, Findings, and Recommendations Regarding “How is Orange County Addressing Homelessness”

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How is Orange County Addressing Homelessness? 2021-2022 Orange County Grand Jury Page 7 Continuum of Care Funding Oversight The CoC oversees 37 contracts that outline the terms and agreements as to what services must be provided, and which funding source is used (such as the County General Fund, or various state and federal grants). The source of funds dictates how the funds must be used. The CoC receives funding through various state and federal sources through a Notice of Funding Availability. The CoC issues a Request for Proposals to which qualified non-profits submit proposals. The CoC and the Commission to End Homelessness work together to establish funding priorities. The CoC selects which proposals to fund and sends them to the Board of Supervisors for legal approval. All contracts specify that audits may be required. Audits are based on performance and proper use of funds required by the funding source. The County can also request an audit at any time during the contract term. The OCC monitors the contracts through a monthly Expenditure and Revenue report. Along with this financial review, the County conducts yearly site visits for each contract. The on-site audit reviews all aspects of the contract obligations to ensure that the contractors are compliant with the specifications of the funding. Contractors who meet or exceed their requirements are typically renewed. Those who fail are given the opportunity to explain unexpected hurdles they faced, such as COVID issues or other unavoidable circumstances. After a full review, the CoC Board decides whether to renew or terminate a contract. NOTE: This pie chart includes some grants awarded for multiple years. Source: Office of Care Coordination.18 18 Ibid. County Funds $28,031,000 State Funds $29,166,000 Federal Funds $60,562,000 OC Continuum of Care Funding Sources 2021