COVID-19 Resource Digest for Homeless Providers – May 17, 2022The emergence of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) calls for enhanced cooperation between public health authorities, homeless service systems, and other partners at the local level. To support these partnerships and the vulnerable households served, HUD and its partners are issuing guidance from subject matter experts on best practices and lessons learned.This digest contains recently published resources from HUD’s Office of Special Needs Assistance Programs (SNAPS) and its national, state, and local partners.Upcoming Office HoursDate and Time: June 3, 2022, at 2:30 PM EDTPlease note: There will be no Office Hours held on Friday, May 20, 2022.Additional ResourcesVisit the Disease Risks and Homelessness page to access technical assistance materials from HUD as well as…

Reminder: ESG-CV Recipient Office Hours: Strategies for Meeting the June 16 IDIS Deadline – May 18, 2022 – 1:30 PM EDTHUD's Technical Assistance (TA) providers, joined by HUD staff, are hosting an office hours session on May 18, 2022, from 1:30 – 3:00 PM EDT. During this session, presenters will review strategies for meeting the Emergency Solutions Grants CARES Act (ESG-CV) progressive expenditure deadline of 50% drawn from the Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS) by June 16, 2022. Presenters will also share available resources and respond to participant questions.Who Should Attend?This session is primarily intended for financial staff and IDIS users responsible for processing vouchers and drawing down ESG funds. It is designed to help recipients at risk of not meeting the…

Upcoming EHV Office Hours: Serving Recently Homeless Families in EHV – May 17, 2022 – 3:00 PM EDTPublic Housing Agencies (PHAs), Continuum of Care (CoCs), Victim Services Providers (VSPs), and other partners are invited to participate in Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) Office Hours every other Tuesday from 3:00 – 4:00 PM EDT.The upcoming Office Hours on May 17, 2022, will focus on partnerships between PHAs, CoCs, and VSPs to utilize EHVs to serve survivors. The discussion will include:Prioritization of resources for survivorsReferral processes that protect confidentialityPolicy and service considerations in program implementationIn addition to showcasing presentations from communities and subject matter experts, HUD will be present at each office hour session to respond to EHV-related questions.Participants do not need to register…

CDBG-DR May 2022 Reports Now PostedThe latest versions of the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Monthly Performance Reports are now posted on the HUD Exchange. You may access them from the CDBG-DR Reports page.CDBG-DR Monthly Reports as of May 1, 2022:CDBG DR Grants Financial Report2008 Grants Targeted for CloseoutCDBG-DR Affordable Rental Housing ExpendituresDisaster Recovery Enhancement Fund Expenditures

Additional Spots Available: Understanding HOME-ARP Preferences, Referral Methods, & Allocation Plan Requirements Webinar – May 17, 2022 – 2:00 PM EDTUpdate: Due to high demand and interest, the capacity of this webinar has been increased. An additional 2,000 spots are now available. Register today!The American Rescue Plan (ARP) provides $5 billion through the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) to the 651 State and local Participating Jurisdictions (PJs) that qualified for FY 2021 HOME funds. PJs must use the funding to make targeted, strategic investments in housing and other assistance for people experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk of homelessness, and other vulnerable populations.HUD's Office of Affordable Housing Programs (OAHP) is conducting a webinar on May 17, 2022 from 2:00 – 3:30 PM EDT to…

COVID-19 Resource Digest for Homeless Providers – May 10, 2022The emergence of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) calls for enhanced cooperation between public health authorities, homeless service systems, and other partners at the local level. To support these partnerships and the vulnerable households served, HUD and its partners are issuing guidance from subject matter experts on best practices and lessons learned.This digest contains recently published resources from HUD’s Office of Special Needs Assistance Programs (SNAPS) and its national, state, and local partners.New ResourcesESG-CV Duplication of Benefits:ESG-CV Duplication of Benefits Quick GuideESG-CV Duplication of Benefits ChecklistSample ESG-CV Duplication of Benefits Policies and ProceduresJoin Friday's Office HoursDate and Time: May 13, 2022, at 2:30 PM EDTThis week's Office Hours will feature the following…

Register Today: 2022 Best Practices for the Consolidated Plan and Action Plan in the eCon Planning Suite – May 19, 2022 – 1:00 PM EDTThis webinar provides best practices for the successful set up and submission of a Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan (AAP) for grantees working in the eCon Planning Suite in the Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS). This session also provides an opportunity for participants to submit questions to HUD and technical assistance providers. Register today!Training ObjectivesParticipants will:Understand best practices for setting up and working on the Consolidated Plan and the AAP in the eCon Planning SuiteLearn tips and tricks to avoid common mistakes in the eCon Planning SuiteWho Should Attend?This webinar is relevant for anyone who is…

Notice CPD-22-07: Instructions for Urban County Qualification for Participation in the CDBG Program for FYs 2023–2025HUD has released Notice CPD-22-07: Instructions for Urban County Qualification for Participation in the CDBG Program for Fiscal Years (FY) 2023–2025.This Notice establishes requirements, procedures, and deadlines to be followed in the urban county qualification process for FY 2023–2025. Information concerning specific considerations and responsibilities for urban counties is also provided. HUD Field Offices and urban counties are expected to adhere to the deadlines in this Notice.This Notice provides guidance for counties wishing to qualify or re-qualify for entitlement status as urban counties, as well as for existing urban counties that wish to include previously non-participating communities. This Notice includes the following seven attachments, lettered A–G,…

Register Today: Understanding HOME-ARP Preferences, Referral Methods, and Allocation Plan Requirements Webinar – May 17, 2022 – 2:00 PM EDTThe American Rescue Plan (ARP) provides $5 billion through the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) to the 651 State and local Participating Jurisdictions (PJs) that qualified for FY 2021 HOME funds. PJs must use the funding to make targeted, strategic investments in housing and other assistance for people experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk of homelessness, and other vulnerable populations.HUD's Office of Affordable Housing Programs (OAHP) is conducting a webinar on May 17, 2022 from 2:00 – 3:30 PM EDT to review the HOME-ARP requirements related to establishing preferences, referral methods, and allocation plan requirements. OAHP will introduce an updated sample allocation plan…

Time Change: FY 2021 CoC Program Debriefing Office Hours – May 12, 2022 – 12:30 PM EDTThis information was originally distributed via HUD.gov. HUD Exchange is redistributing the information for awareness.Update: Due to a conflict with HUD’s partners at the National Alliance to End Homelessness, the time of this event has been moved up by 30 minutes (now starting at 12:30 PM EDT). This is a change from the message sent out on May 5, 2022.HUD will be sponsoring an Office Hours on Thursday, May 12, 2022, from 12:30 - 1:30 PM EDT, to debrief on the Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 Continuum of Care (CoC) Program Competition.Joining InformationParticipants do not need to register in advance. It is recommended that you…