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Due to Fulton County facility closures related to the COVID-19 health emergency, Fulton County Department of Community Development’s Homeless Division and Fulton County’s Homeless Assessment Centers have modified their operating hours and the service delivery models. 

The Fulton County Homeless Division staff is working remotely until further notice. Citizens can contact Fulton County Continuum of Care Homeless Assessment Centers.

North Fulton Homeless Assessment Center (North Fulton Community Charities, 11270, Elkins Rd., Roswell, GA 30076).
Service Update

  • Staff is working remotely and citizens who require services should call talkdesk770-640-0399.
  • The food pantry services have been moved to a drive-thru option.
  • Food pantry orders have been placed online.
  • Existing NFCC Clients should complete the Food Pantry Order Form.
  • New families to NFCC should use the Get Help Form for all services including food.
  • Emergency financial assistance for housing or utilities has been moved online ONLY.
  • Clients should also complete an Appointment Request Form for any emergency financial assistance.


South Fulton Assessment Center (137 Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA 30303)
Service Update

  • Staff is working remotely. Citizens who require services should call the South Fulton Assessment Center’s Coordinated Intake line at talkdesk404-612-0720 or talkdesk404-612-0137  for an initial telephone assessment or complete the online assessment form. In-person meetings will be scheduled on an as-needed basis. 

Hope Atlanta (Coordinated Intake Homeless Outreach Activities)
Hope Atlanta is currently open and providing homeless outreach in North and South Fulton. Citizens who require services should contact Hope Atlanta at talkdesk404-817-7070 or email info@hopeatlanta.org.     
The Fulton County Homeless Team is committed to helping our most vulnerable citizens with assistance continuing throughout this crisis. 

If you need immediate assistance and are not able to reach a representative, please call the United Way at 211.

The Fulton County Homeless Division Assessment Centers service Fulton County citizens who reside in Fulton County outside of the City of Atlanta. 

If you are located in the City of Atlanta, please click here to access Coordinated Entry Assessment locations in Atlanta.

Or, contact the United Way at 2-1-1 for assistance throughout metropolitan Atlanta.

The Fulton County Department of Community Development strengthens people, families, and communities through partnerships with various community organizations and outreach programs. Our partners include organizations that are non-profit, private sector, government, volunteer, and citizen advocates.

Fulton County Government
Substantial Amendment – Emergency Solutions Grant 19 (ESG) COVID-19


Notice is given by Fulton County, that a substantial amendment to its 2019 Annual Action Plan is available for comment. A summary of the substantial amendment has been posted on the County’s website www.fultoncountyga.gov.The following is a summary and language that amends the 2019 Annual Action Plan.

Background

ESG Substantial Amendment, as detailed below:

Cancel or reduce the following: Amount Add Funds to:
ESG 19 COVID Outreach $295,816.80.00 ESG 19 COVID Rapid Rehousing

 

Public Review and Comments:
The proposed plan changes are available for public review and comment from June 1, 2021, to close of business on June 8, 2021, in accordance with the expedited public comment process permitted by HUD.

Written comments will be, received until 4:00 p.m., Friday, June 4, 2021, and should be directed, to the Department of Community Development, Homeless Division, 137 Peachtree Street, 3rd Floor, Atlanta, GA 30303 or homelessinfo@fultoncountyga.gov.

NOTICE:

Notice is given by Fulton County, that a substantial amendment to its 2019 Annual Action Plan is available for public review and comment. The Department of Community Development (DCD) intends to submit this amendment for $1,710,860 in Community Development Block Grant CV (CDBG-CV 3) COVID funding.  A public hearing for public comment  will be held via ZOOM on Wednesday May 12, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. Learn More

To participate in the public hearing, follow the instructions below:
Topic: CDBG Substantial Amendment - CV-3 COVID-19 Response
Time: May 12, 2021 
1:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/94382488056
Meeting ID: 943 8248 8056
One tap mobile
talkdesk+13017158592,,94382488056# US 

Fulton County Seeks Citizen Comments on the following

Draft Action Plan for FY 2021 & Substantial Amendment to Action Plan for FY 2020 
Feedback is needed on the Draft Annual Action Plan for Fiscal Year 2021 and a substantial amendment to the Action Plan for Fiscal Year 2020 for the following three federal programs: Community Development Block Grant Program, HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) and the Emergency Solutions Grant

For FY 2021, Fulton County will receive a total of $5,602,860 from HUD under three formula programs - CDBG, HOME, and ESG. These funds will be used for a variety of eligible activities and services that will benefit Fulton County citizens, with the exception of those citizens residing within the city limits of Atlanta, Roswell, South Fulton and Sandy Springs.

The public is invited to comment on the Draft Annual Action Plan for FY2021 for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) programs and on the proposed use of CDBG funds for FY 2020 during a virtual hearing. 
The virtual hearing will be held on April 1, 2021 at 6 PM via Zoom.

To participate, use the link below to join the ZOOM meeting
https://zoom.us/j/94319199585?pwd=NGRtcUNYTnptTy9tVm1pZTVPbFR0dz09

Or Call In
talkdesk+1 301 715 8592
Meeting ID: 943 1919 9585
Passcode: W907130!

The County encourages all interested parties to participate in the hearing, to review the draft document and to submit written comments no later than 5:00 PM(EST) April 13, 2021.   All written comments should be emailed to communityfeedback@fultoncountyga.gov.   The final version, with citizen comments, will be submitted to HUD by April 30, 2021.

The draft 2021 Annual Action Plan is available for review here 

Here is the 2020 Amended Annual Action Plan

This report may be made available in alternative formats for persons with disabilities or limited English speaking abilities by contacting (talkdesk404) 612-7390. For TDD/TTY or Georgia Relay Service Access, dial 711.
La información será proporcionada en español por petición.