First Amendment to Agreement with MNS Engineers, Inc. for Community Development Block Grant, Home Investment Partnership Act Program, and Housing Set-Aside Administration Support.

Summary

This item approves a First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with MNS Engineers, Inc. The amendment modifies the original agreement (Agreement No. 7727.A, dated August 12, 2025) to update the scope of services and increase compensation. The total not-to-exceed compensation is increased by $40,000, bringing the total to $70,000. The services provided by MNS Engineers, Inc. relate to administration support for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home Investment Partnership Act Program (HOME), and Housing Set-Aside programs. The original agreement was for $30,000, and this amendment adds $40,000 for continued support, including project close-outs, CAPER reports, environmental reviews, staff support, and technical assistance for housing developments.

Citizen Impact

This amendment allows the city to continue receiving expert support for federal housing and community development grants. This ensures proper administration and compliance with HUD regulations, which indirectly benefits residents by helping to secure and effectively utilize funds for housing and community uplift programs.

Confidence

high