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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-58 } f Resolution No. 11-58 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PURCHASE OF SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING SERVICES OF THE FOX VALLEY, INC. FOR OPERATIONAL SUPPORT BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN,ILLINOIS,that Sean R. Stegall, City Manager, and Diane Robertson, City Clerk,be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute a Purchase of Service Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with Neighborhood Housing Services of the Fox Valley,Inc. for operational support, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. s/Ed Schock Ed Schock, Mayor Presented: March 23, 2011 Adopted: March 23, 2011 Vote: Yeas: 6 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Diane Robertson Diane Robertson, City Clerk o PURCHASE OF SERVICE AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this 23 day of March ,201 1 ,by and between the CITY OF ELGIN, Illinois, a municipal corporation(hereinafter referred to as the "City"), and Neighborhood Housing Services of the Fox Valley, Inc., a not-for-profit corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Illinois(hereinafter referred to as the"Service Provider"). WHEREAS,the City has determined that it would serve a beneficial public purpose to enter into an agreement with the Service Provider for the Service Provider to provide certain contract services as described in this Agreement; and WHEREAS, the Service Provider represents that it has the necessary expertise and experience to furnish the Subject Services upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained herein,the sufficiency of which is hereby mutually acknowledged,the parties hereto hereby agree as follows: 1. The Service Provider shall provide all of the services pursuant to the terms and conditions and on the dates and times as described in the document entitled"Neighborhood Housing Services- Scope of Services for 2011 Purchase of Service Agreement,"attached hereto and made a part hereof as Exhibit A (such services, including the terms, conditions, dates and times, are hereinafter referred to as the"Subject Services"). In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this Agreement and the provisions in Exhibit A, the provisions of this Agreement shall control. The Service Provider represents and warrants that the Service Provider has the skills and knowledge necessary to conduct the Subject Services provided for in Exhibit A and that the Subject Services set forth in Exhibit A are integral parts of this Agreement and may not be modified,amended or altered, except by a signed, written amendment to this Agreement, agreed to and executed by both parties hereto. 2. The Service Provider shall address all inquiries and requests made pursuant to this Agreement to the Assistant City Manager of the City or his designee. 3. In connection with any Subject Services to be performed on other than City-owned or controlled properties, the Service Provider warrants and agrees to maintain all facilities and equipment used in the performing of the Subject Services in a clean,sanitary and safe condition and free from defects of every kind whatsoever. Service Provider agrees and warrants that the Service Provider will periodically inspect all of such facilities and equipment for such purposes. Service Provider also warrants that the Service Provider and the Service Provider's facilities and equipment used in the performing of the Subject Services are not now, nor shall be during the term of this Agreement in violation of any health,building,fire or zoning code or regulation or other applicable requirements of law. In connection with the Subject Services on properties owned or controlled by the City, Service Provider agrees and warrants to use, and to cause persons participating in the Subject Services to use, through proper supervision and control, all facilities with due care, and to report all defects in or damage to any such facilities,and the cause thereof,if known,immediately to the Assistant City Manager of the City. 4. The City shall pay the Service Provider for the Subject Services under this Agreement the total amount of Thirty Eight Thousand One Hundred Dollars ($38,100). Such payment by the City to the Service Provider shall be made in two installments of Nineteen Thousand Fifty Dollars ($19,500). The first aforementioned installment payment shall be made within thirty(30)days of the date of this Agreement. The second aforementioned installment payment shall be made on or before July 30,2011. However,the second installment payment shall not be made prior to 8 days after the Service Provider's submission of the budget document and audited financial statement documents referred to in paragraph 6 of this Agreement. 5. The Service Provider shall apply the money to be paid by the City to the Service Provider pursuant to the preceding paragraph hereof solely to operating expenses such as staff salary and benefits,meeting expenses,and expenses associated with the Subject Services to be provided by the Service Provider pursuant to this Agreement. 6. The Service Provider shall complete, maintain and submit to the Assistant City Manager of the City, or his designee, any and all records,reports and forms relating to the Subject Services in this Agreement as requested by the City. Without limiting the foregoing, the parties further agree as follows: a. The Service Provider shall provide a budget to the City which shall reflect the projected distribution of funds received from the City pursuant to this Agreement during the term of this Agreement. The budget shall be submitted to the Assistant City Manager of the City prior to any payment by the City. b. The Service Provider shall provide written performance reports detailing the disbursements of the monies to be paid by the City to the Service Provider pursuant to this Agreement. The reports shall be provided to the City quarterly on March 31, 2011; June 30, 2011; September 30, 2011; and December 31, 2011. c. The City has the right to review all accounting records of the Service Provider related to the use of the monies to be paid by the City to the Service Provider pursuant to this Agreement upon 72 hours advance notice from the City to the Service Provider. d. The Service Provider shall have an audit performed on its financial statements for the year ending March 31, 2011. The audit must be performed by an independent certified public accountant recognized in good standing by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and licensed in the State of Illinois.The Service Provider shall provide the City with two copies of the said audited financial -2- r • statement along with the management letter and any other correspondence related to internal control matters on or before October 15, 2011. These statements shall be submitted to the Assistant City Manager at City Hall, 150 Dexter Court, Elgin, Illinois 60120-5555. 7. In the event this Agreement is terminated, or in the event the Subject Services for which the City funds provided herein are to be applied are discontinued, or the Service Provider ceases its operations prior to December 31,2011,the Service Provider shall refund to the City on a prorated per diem basis the funds paid hereunder for the portion of the year remaining after any such termination or for the portion of the year the Subject Services were not conducted. 8. The City shall be recognized as a sponsor of the Service Provider and shall receive the benefits of sponsorship consistent with the level of support provided in this Agreement. At a minimum, the City's support shall be acknowledged on all print materials promoting the Service Provider's organization,press releases,radio advertising,web page information and event program(s) through the following mandatory funding identification statement: "Funding for the organization is provided in part through the City of Elgin". Three samples of this acknowledgement shall be provided to the City. A logo provided by the City to the Service Provider shall be used for this purpose. 9. In all printed materials in which a City seal or logo is deemed appropriate, approval by the Public Information Officer of the City is required prior to printing. 10. The term of this Agreement shall commence from the date of the execution hereof and continue through December 31, 2011, unless otherwise terminated as provided for herein. 11. This Agreement shall not be construed so as to create a partnership,joint venture, employment or other agency relationship between the parties hereto. Service Provider understands and agrees that the relationship of the Service Provider to the City arising out of this Agreement shall be that of an independent contractor. It is expressly agreed and understood that the Service Provider and the Service Provider's officers,employees and agents are not employees of the City and are not entitled to any benefits or insurance provided to employees of the City. 12. If the Service Provider violates or breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or breach shall be deemed to constitute a default, and the City shall have the right to seek administrative,contractual,legal or equitable remedies as may be suitable to the violation or breach; and, in addition, if the Service Provider by reason of any default, fails to within fifteen (15) days after notice thereof by the City to comply with the conditions of the Agreement, the City may terminate this Agreement. If the City violates or breaches any term of this Agreement,such violation or breach shall be deemed to constitute a default,and in the event the City fails to within fifteen(15) days after notice thereof by the Service Provider to comply with the conditions of this Agreement, the Service Provider as its sole and exclusive remedy may terminate this Agreement. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Agreement, with the sole exception of the monies the City has agreed to pay the Service Provider pursuant to Section 4 hereof, no action shall be commenced by the Service Provider, any related persons or entities, and/or any of their successors -3- \. and/or assigns,against the City for monetary damages. In the event any legal action is brought by the City for the enforcement of any of the obligations of the Service Provider in this Agreement and the City is the prevailing party in such action,the City shall also be entitled to recover from the Service Provider interest at the rate of nine percent (9%) per annum and reasonable attorney's fees. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement. 13. Notwithstanding any other provision hereof,the City may terminate this Agreement at any time upon thirty (30) days prior written notice to the Service Provider. In the event this Agreement is so terminated,the Service Provider shall be paid for services actually performed,and reimbursable expenses actually incurred prior to termination,except that reimbursement shall not in any event exceed the total amount set forth under Section 4 above. Additionally, in the event this Agreement is so terminated, the Service Provider shall immediately cease the expenditure of any funds paid to the Service Provider by the City and shall refund to the City any unearned or unexpended funds. 14. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Service Provider shall indemnify,defend and hold harmless the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards and commissions from and against any and all claims, suits,judgments, costs, attorney's fees, damages or other relief, including but not limited to worker's compensation claims, in any way resulting from or arising out of negligent actions or omissions of the Service Provider in connection herewith, including negligence or omissions or agents of the Service Provider arising out of the performance of this Agreement and/or the Subject Services. In the event of any action against the City, its officers, employees, agents, boards or commissions covered by the foregoing duty to indemnify,defend and hold harmless,such action shall be defended by legal counsel of the City's choosing. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement. 15. The Service Provider shall provide,pay for and maintain in effect,during the term of this Agreement,comprehensive automobile liability insurance covering all owned,non-owned and hired motor vehicles used in connection with the Subject Services with limits of not less than $500,000 per occurrence for damages to persons or property. The Service Provider shall also provide,pay for and maintain in effect, during the term of this Agreement,worker's compensation insurance in amounts required under the laws of the State of Illinois. At the request of the City the Service Provider shall provide to the City certificates of insurance regarding the insurance required in this paragraph. 16. No official, director, officer, agent or employee of the City shall be charged personally or held contractually liable under any term or provision of this Agreement or because of their execution, approval or attempted execution of this Agreement. 17. In all hiring or employment made possible or resulting from this Agreement, there shall be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of sex, age, race, color,creed,national origin,marital status,of the presence of any sensory,mental or physical -4- handicap,unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification,and this requirement shall apply to,but not be limited to,the following:employment advertising,layoff or termination,rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship. 18. No person shall be denied or subjected to discrimination in receipt of the benefit of any services or activities made possible by or resulting from this Agreement on the grounds of sex, race,color,creed,national origin,age except minimum age and retirement provisions,marital status or the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap. Any violation of this provision shall be considered a violation of a material provision of this Agreement and shall be grounds for cancellation,termination or suspension, in whole or in part, or rescission of this Agreement by the City at the City's sole discretion, without liability against the City. 19. The terms of this Agreement shall be severable. In the event any of the terms or provisions of this Agreement are deemed to be void or otherwise unenforceable for any reason,the remainder of this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect. 20. This Agreement and its exhibits constitutes the entire Agreement of the parties on the subject matter hereof and may not be changed,modified,discharged or extended except by written amendment duly executed by the parties. Each party agrees that no representations or warranties shall be binding upon the other party unless expressed in writing herein or in a duly executed amendment hereof. 21. This Agreement shall be deemed to have been made in, and shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. Venue for the resolution of any disputes or the enforcement of any rights pursuant to this Agreement shall be in the Circuit Court of Kane County, Illinois. 22. The Service Provider certifies hereby that it is not barred from bidding on a public contact as a result of a violation of 720 ILCS 5/33E et seq. or any similar state or federal statute regarding bid rigging. 23. As a condition precedent of this contract, the Service Provider shall have written sexual harassment policies that include, at a minimum, the following information: a. the illegality of sexual harassment; b. the definition of sexual harassment under state law; c. a description of sexual harassment, utilizing examples; d. the vendor's internal complaint process including penalties; e. the legal recourse, investigative and complaint process available through the Illinois Department of Human Rights, and the Illinois Human Rights Commission; -5- • f. directions on how to contact the department and commission; g. protection against retaliation as provided by Section 6-101 of the Human Rights Act. A copy of the policies must be provided to the Department of Human Rights upon request(775 ILCS 5/2-105). 24. As a condition precedent of this Agreement,the Service Provider shall have in place a written substance abuse prevention program which meets or exceeds the program requirements in the Substance Abuse Prevention Public Works Act at 820 ILCS 265/1, et seq. A copy of such policy shall be provided to the City's Assistant City Manager prior to the entry and execution of this Agreement. 25. Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agreement, it is expressly agreed and understood that in connection with the performance of this Agreement the Service Provider shall comply with all applicable federal, state, city and other requirements of law including, but not limited to, any applicable requirements regarding prevailing wages, minimum wage, workplace safety and legal status of employees. Without limiting the foregoing, the Service Provider hereby certifies,represents and warrants to the City that all of Service Provider's employees and/or agents who will be providing products, and/or services with respect to this Agreement shall be legal residents of the United States. Service Provider shall also, at its expense, secure all permits and licenses, pay all charges and fees and give all notices necessary and incident to the due and lawful prosecution of the work, and/or the products and/or services to be provided pursuant to this Agreement. City shall have the right to audit any records in the possession or control of the Service Provider to determine the Service Provider's compliance with the provisions of this section. In the event the City proceeds with such an audit,the Service Provider shall make available to the City the City's relevant records at no cost to the City. Service Provider shall pay any and all costs associated with any such audit. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration,completion and/or termination of this Agreement. 26. All notices,reports and documents required under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be mailed by First Class Mail,postage prepaid, addressed as follows: As to the City: As to Service Provider: City of Elgin it)Fl S o-F Fok Ya I leg 150 Dexter Court 1(03 E. (34n e a sf. Elgin, IL 60120-5555 E ly i u t (0 0)d D Attention: Sean Stegall /477 N: Johnny P/a CR- City City Manager L°D Py Irv; Oi e ooraIN Moore)l ASSouo�"e REcroL- N OS of 0-11l cUc10 TA.►�, Ia1q N, IMilwookt-ti S*\ FL -6- eco, zi, (.0oba? With a copy to: William A. Cogley, Corporation Counsel City of Elgin 150 Dexter Court Elgin, IL 60120-5555 27. This Agreement is and shall be deemed and construed to be a joint and collective work product of the City and the Service Provider and, as such, this Agreement shall not be construed against the other party, as the otherwise purported drafter of same, by any court of competent jurisdiction in order to resolve any inconsistency,ambiguity,vagueness or conflict,if any, of the terms and provisions contained herein. 28. This Agreement shall be binding on the parties hereto and their respective successors and permitted assigns. This Agreement and the obligations herein may not be assigned by the Service Provider without the express written consent of the City which consent may be withheld at the sole discretion of the City. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned have entered into executed this Agreement on the date and year first written above. CITY OF ELGIN, a municipal (SERVICE PROVIDER) corporation By: . By: ity Manager 4" CI 3a co b � �Xe ,LyrioE., C7 ieeeozo 2 Attest City Clerk (:\legal dept\agreement\purchase of service agreement form clean.doc -7- EXHIBIT A NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING SERVICES of the Fox Valley,Inc. SCOPE OF SERVICES FOR 2011 PURCHASE OF SERVICE AGREEMENT 1. NHS shall coordinate with the Elgin Community Network,a citizen-based non-profit group of neighborhood organizations (hereinafter referred to as "ECN"),to conduct neighborhood organizing and outreach activities for NHS. NHS shall assist ECN by sharing expertise,knowledge and resources in community organizing available through NeighborWorks America (hereinafter referred to as "NWA"). 2. NHS of Chicago Inc.is a chartered member ofNWA,a congressionally chartered not- for-profit organization that provides training, technical support and grants to local neighborhood housing services. NHS of the Fox Valley, Inc. will be affiliated with NWA through that charter. 3. NHS shall encourage home ownership, sound property maintenance and housing rehabilitation for the betterment of Elgin's neighborhoods through outreach efforts and programs such as the Neighborhood Lending Program. 4. NHS shall provide a pre-purchase,four class eight hour home buyer education. Each consecutive class will be offered once a week in both English and Spanish. 5. NHS shall partner with ECN and the City of Elgin to conduct two NeighborWorks Week events, one in June and a second event in September. 6. NHS shall provide a post-purchase seminar quarterly to continue education of new home owners. 7. NHS shall maintain provide table and chair rentals to members. 8. NHS shall actively seek to develop minority involvement in NHS activities and in the community through outreach,including targeted communications to organizations representing the minority population. 9. The NHS of the Fox Valley Board shall meet at least quarterly,with at least one of the representatives on the board serving as a board member for the NHS of Chicago, Inc. 10. The NHS of the Fox Valley Neighborhood Advisory Council shall meet at least nine times annually. 11. All property,whether real or otherwise,under NHS ownership or control shall be in compliance with all applicable City codes and ordinances, and all other applicable law. -8- 12. No real property shall be conveyed by NHS to a third party unless it has been inspected by the Department of Code Administration and Development Services of the city within the past thirty (30) days and has been found by the city to be in compliance with all applicable ordinances and grant program regulations. In the event that the real property is found not to be in compliance with the applicable provisions of the Property maintenance Code(Chapter 16.12 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended) and such property meets the minimum standards of habitability, such property may be conveyed and occupied if a written time schedule setting forth completion dates for all necessary repairs or modifications is filed with and approved by the Department of Code Administration and Development Services after being approved in writing by the authorized representatives of NHS and purchasers of such property. 13. Purchase of Service Agreement funds received from the City shall be deposited in a general purpose account but not commingled with funds restricted for special purposes. 14. City shall not be required to make any payment to NHS unless City has been provided with reasonable evidence of compliance with the terms of this agreement by NHS. Such evidence shall include, but not be limited to, receipts and other evidence of expenses incurred. 15. In addition to the requirements for an audited financial statement provided for in paragraph 6D of the agreement,an independent auditor shall attest that written policies and practices are in place and have been followed to assure internal controls exist for the proper accounting and disbursement of operating expenditures and grant funds of the Service Provider,to include but not be limited to two signatures on each disbursement check and board approval of monthly financial statements (balance sheet, revenue and expense reports, etc.). -9- a III ► r<EFORT TO MAYOR &MEMBERS OF CITY COUNCIL E LG I N THE CITY IN THE SUBURBS AGENDA ITEM: B MEETING DATE: March 9, 2011 ITEM: Enter into a Purchase of Service Agreement with Neighborhood Housing Services of the Fox Val- ley, Inc. ($38,100) OBJECTIVE: To provide services that will encourage home ownership, sound property maintenance and housing rehabilitation for the betterment of Elgin neighborhoods RECOMMENDATION: Approve a Purchase of Service Agreement with Neighborhood Housing Services of the Fox Val- ley, Inc. for$38,100 BACKGROUND Neighborhood Housing Services (NHS) of the Fox Valley, Inc.'s mission is to create opportunities for people to live in affordable homes, improve their lives and strengthen their neighborhood through programs offered throughout the year. These programs include: educating and prepar- ing new homeowners for success; lending to help people buy,fix and keep their homes; sustain- ing homeownership through foreclosure prevention services; preserving, rehabbing and invest- ing in housing; and building powerful and enduring community partnerships. In 2010, NHS of the Fox Valley impacted 95 families. Eighty-two homeowners were saved from foreclosure by receiving a work out plan i.e., trial period, short sale, deed in lieu or a loan mod- ification.Thirteen new homeowners were created and received financing with NLS loans and/or the Kane County Down Payment Assistance Program.The total in NLS lending was$1,112,903. Also in 2010, for the first time in history, NHS of the Fox Valley held two NeighborWorks events, one in June and again in September. A total of 160 volunteers made improvements to 27 prop- erties located in the NENA and the NOSEE neighborhoods. In October, NHS hosted "Keep Your Home" mega event at the Hemmens Cultural Center. One hundred seventy-seven property owners were assisted in submitting applications to their banks to adjust their mortgage terms under the Home Affordable Mortgage Program. These continuing efforts and programs administered by NHS help the city in preventing more empty and abandoned homes, which are a detriment to the entire neighborhood. OPERATIONAL ANALYSIS NHS of the Fox Valley provides the city with services that support efforts to prevent foreclo- sures and promote home ownership in city neighborhoods. In the current economic climate, their services continue to be of great value to the city. The city will continue to partner with NHS for NeighborWorks events and other community out- reach events related to home ownership and housing services. INTERESTED PERSONS CONTACTED NHS Board of Directors. FINANCIAL ANALYSIS Funding for the 2011 NHS Purchase of Service Agreement is $38,100, which is the same level as the previous year. NHS will provide the city with services as outlined in Exhibit A of the agree- ment. The assistance that NHS is to provide will enhance the city's efforts to prevent foreclo- sures, encourage home ownership and upkeep of residential properties through educational seminars, consultations and outreach events. BUDGET IMPACT FUNDIS) ACCOUNT(S) PROJECT#(5) AMOUNT AMOUNT BUDGETED AVAILABLE Riverboat 275-0000-791.80-25 $38,100 $38,100 LEGAL IMPACT None. ALTERNATIVES The council may choose not to enter into a Purchase of Service Agreement with NHS of the Fox Valley, which would result in the agency not being able to assist with foreclosure prevention services, housing outreach and homeowner education. 2 NEXT STEPS 1. Finalize execution of the contract 2. Process first installment payment within 30 days of this agreement Originators: Cherie Murphy, Assistant to the City Manager for Community Engagement Final Review: Colleen Lavery, Chief Financial Officer William A. Cogley, Corporation Counsel/Chief Development Officer Richard G. Kozal, Assistant City Manager/Chief Operating Officer Approved: Sean R. Stegall, City M ager ATTACHMENTS A. Purchase of Service Agreement B. NHS Quarterly reports ,ltf ► 3 PURCHASE OF SERVICE AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this day of ,201_,by and between the CITY OF ELGIN, Illinois, a municipal corporation (hereinafter referred to as the "City"), and Neighborhood Housing Services of the Fox Valley, Inc., a not-for-profit corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Illinois(hereinafter referred to as the"Service Provider"). WHEREAS,the City has determined that it would serve a beneficial public purpose to enter into an agreement with the Service Provider for the Service Provider to provide certain contract services as described in this Agreement; and WHEREAS, the Service Provider represents that it has the necessary expertise and experience to furnish the Subject Services upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained herein,the sufficiency of which is hereby mutually acknowledged,the parties hereto hereby agree as follows: 1. The Service Provider shall provide all of the services pursuant to the terms and conditions and on the dates and times as described in the document entitled"Neighborhood Housing Services- Scope of Services for 2011 Purchase of Service Agreement,"attached hereto and made a part hereof as Exhibit A (such services, including the terms, conditions, dates and times, are hereinafter referred to as the"Subject Services"). In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this Agreement and the provisions in Exhibit A, the provisions of this Agreement shall control. The Service Provider represents and warrants that the Service Provider has the skills and knowledge necessary to conduct the Subject Services provided for in Exhibit A and that the Subject Services set forth in Exhibit A are integral parts of this Agreement and may not be modified,amended or altered, except by a signed, written amendment to this Agreement, agreed to and executed by both parties hereto. 2. The Service Provider shall address all inquiries and requests made pursuant to this Agreement to the Assistant City Manager of the City or his designee. 3. In connection with any Subject Services to be performed on other than City-owned or controlled properties, the Service Provider warrants and agrees to maintain all facilities and equipment used in the performing of the Subject Services in a clean,sanitary and safe condition and free from defects of every kind whatsoever. Service Provider agrees and warrants that the Service Provider will periodically inspect all of such facilities and equipment for such purposes. Service Provider also warrants that the Service Provider and the Service Provider's facilities and equipment used in the performing of the Subject Services are not now, nor shall be during the term of this Agreement in violation of any health,building,fire or zoning code or regulation or other applicable requirements of law. In connection with the Subject Services on properties owned or controlled by the City, Service Provider agrees and warrants to use, and to cause persons participating in the Subject Services to use,through proper supervision and control, all facilities with due care, and to • report all defects in or damage to any such facilities,and the cause thereof,if known,immediately to the Assistant City Manager of the City. 4. The City shall pay the Service Provider for the Subject Services under this Agreement the total amount of Thirty Eight Thousand One Hundred Dollars ($38,100). Such payment by the City to the Service Provider shall be made in two installments of Nineteen Thousand Fifty Dollars ($19,500). The first aforementioned installment payment shall be made within thirty(30)days of the date of this Agreement. The second aforementioned installment payment shall be made on or before July 30,2011. However,the second installment payment shall not be made prior to 8 days after the Service Provider's submission of the budget document and audited financial statement documents referred to in paragraph 6 of this Agreement. 5. The Service Provider shall apply the money to be paid by the City to the Service Provider pursuant to the preceding paragraph hereof solely to operating expenses such as staff salary and benefits,meeting expenses,and expenses associated with the Subject Services to be provided by the Service Provider pursuant to this Agreement. 6. The Service Provider shall complete, maintain and submit to the Assistant City Manager of the City, or his designee, any and all records, reports and forms relating to the Subject Services in this Agreement as requested by the City. Without limiting the foregoing, the parties further agree as follows: a. The Service Provider shall provide a budget to the City which shall reflect the projected distribution of funds received from the City pursuant to this Agreement during the term of this Agreement. The budget shall be submitted to the Assistant City Manager of the City prior to any payment by the City. b. The Service Provider shall provide written performance reports detailing the disbursements of the monies to be paid by the City to the Service Provider pursuant to this Agreement. The reports shall be provided to the City quarterly on March 31, 2011; June 30, 2011; September 30,2011; and December 31, 2011. c. The City has the right to review all accounting records of the Service Provider related to the use of the monies to be paid by the City to the Service Provider pursuant to this Agreement upon 72 hours advance notice from the City to the Service Provider. d. The Service Provider shall have an audit performed on its financial statements for the year ending March 31, 2011. The audit must be performed by an independent certified public accountant recognized in good standing by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and licensed in the State of Illinois.The Service Provider shall provide the City with two copies of the said audited financial -2- statement along with the management letter and any other correspondence related to internal control matters on or before October 15, 2011. These statements shall be submitted to the Assistant City Manager at City Hall, 150 Dexter Court, Elgin, Illinois 60120-5555. 7. In the event this Agreement is terminated, or in the event the Subject Services for which the City funds provided herein are to be applied are discontinued, or the Service Provider ceases its operations prior to December 31, 2011,the Service Provider shall refund to the City on a prorated per diem basis the funds paid hereunder for the portion of the year remaining after any such termination or for the portion of the year the Subject Services were not conducted. 8. The City shall be recognized as a sponsor of the Service Provider and shall receive the benefits of sponsorship consistent with the level of support provided in this Agreement. At a minimum, the City's support shall be acknowledged on all print materials promoting the Service Provider's organization,press releases,radio advertising,web page information and event program(s) through the following mandatory funding identification statement: "Funding for the organization is provided in part through the City of Elgin". Three samples of this acknowledgement shall be provided to the City. A logo provided by the City to the Service Provider shall be used for this purpose. 9. In all printed materials in which a City seal or logo is deemed appropriate,approval by the Public Information Officer of the City is required prior to printing. 10. The term of this Agreement shall commence from the date of the execution hereof and continue through December 31, 2011, unless otherwise terminated as provided for herein. 11. This Agreement shall not be construed so as to create a partnership,joint venture, employment or other agency relationship between the parties hereto. Service Provider understands and agrees that the relationship of the Service Provider to the City arising out of this Agreement shall be that of an independent contractor. It is expressly agreed and understood that the Service Provider and the Service Provider's officers,employees and agents are not employees of the City and are not entitled to any benefits or insurance provided to employees of the City. 12. If the Service Provider violates or breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or breach shall be deemed to constitute a default, and the City shall have the right to seek administrative,contractual,legal or equitable remedies as may be suitable to the violation or breach; and, in addition, if the Service Provider by reason of any default, fails to within fifteen (15) days after notice thereof by the City to comply with the conditions of the Agreement, the City may terminate this Agreement. If the City violates or breaches any term of this Agreement,such violation or breach shall be deemed to constitute a default,and in the event the City fails to within fifteen(15) days after notice thereof by the Service Provider to comply with the conditions of this Agreement, the Service Provider as its sole and exclusive remedy may terminate this Agreement. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Agreement,with the sole exception of the monies the City has agreed to pay the Service Provider pursuant to Section 4 hereof, no action shall be commenced by the Service Provider, any related persons or entities, and/or any of their successors -3- a and/or assigns,against the City for monetary damages. In the event any legal action is brought by the City for the enforcement of any of the obligations of the Service Provider in this Agreement and the City is the prevailing party in such action,the City shall also be entitled to recover from the Service Provider interest at the rate of nine percent (9%) per annum and reasonable attorney's fees. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement. 13. Notwithstanding any other provision hereof,the City may terminate this Agreement at any time upon thirty (30) days prior written notice to the Service Provider. In the event this Agreement is so terminated,the Service Provider shall be paid for services actually performed,and reimbursable expenses actually incurred prior to termination,except that reimbursement shall not in any event exceed the total amount set forth under Section 4 above. Additionally, in the event this Agreement is so terminated, the Service Provider shall immediately cease the expenditure of any funds paid to the Service Provider by the City and shall refund to the City any unearned or unexpended funds. 14. To the fullest extent permitted by law,Service Provider shall indemnify,defend and hold harmless the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards and commissions from and against any and all claims, suits,judgments, costs, attorney's fees, damages or other relief, including but not limited to worker's compensation claims, in any way resulting from or arising out of negligent actions or omissions of the Service Provider in connection herewith, including negligence or omissions or agents of the Service Provider arising out of the performance of this Agreement and/or �r�► the Subject Services. In the event of any action against the City, its officers, employees, agents, ( boards or commissions covered by the foregoing duty to indemnify,defend and hold harmless,such action shall be defended by legal counsel of the City's choosing. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement. 15. The Service Provider shall provide,pay for and maintain in effect,during the term of this Agreement,comprehensive automobile liability insurance covering all owned,non-owned and hired motor vehicles used in connection with the Subject Services with limits of not less than $500,000 per occurrence for damages to persons or property. The Service Provider shall also provide,pay for and maintain in effect, during the term of this Agreement,worker's compensation insurance in amounts required under the laws of the State of Illinois. At the request of the City the Service Provider shall provide to the City certificates of insurance regarding the insurance required in this paragraph. 16. No official, director, officer, agent or employee of the City shall be charged personally or held contractually liable under any term or provision of this Agreement or because of their execution, approval or attempted execution of this Agreement. 17. In all hiring or employment made possible or resulting from this Agreement,there shall be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of sex, age, race,color,creed,national origin, marital status,of the presence of any sensory,mental or physical r -4- handicap,unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification,and this requirement shall apply to,but not be limited to,the following:employment advertising,layoff or termination,rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship. 18. No person shall be denied or subjected to discrimination in receipt of the benefit of any services or activities made possible by or resulting from this Agreement on the grounds of sex, race,color,creed,national origin,age except minimum age and retirement provisions,marital status or the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap. Any violation of this provision shall be considered a violation of a material provision of this Agreement and shall be grounds for cancellation, termination or suspension, in whole or in part, or rescission of this Agreement by the City at the City's sole discretion,without liability against the City. 19. The terms of this Agreement shall be severable. In the event any of the terms or provisions of this Agreement are deemed to be void or otherwise unenforceable for any reason,the remainder of this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect. 20. This Agreement and its exhibits constitutes the entire Agreement of the parties on the subject matter hereof and may not be changed,modified, discharged or extended except by written amendment duly executed by the parties. Each party agrees that no representations or warranties shall be binding upon the other party unless expressed in writing herein or in a duly executed amendment hereof. 21. This Agreement shall be deemed to have been made in, and shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. Venue for the resolution of any disputes or the enforcement of any rights pursuant to this Agreement shall be in the Circuit Court of Kane County, Illinois. 22. The Service Provider certifies hereby that it is not barred from bidding on a public contact as a result of a violation of 720 ILCS 5/33E et seq. or any similar state or federal statute regarding bid rigging. 23. As a condition precedent of this contract, the Service Provider shall have written sexual harassment policies that include, at a minimum,the following information: a. the illegality of sexual harassment; b. the definition of sexual harassment under state law; c. a description of sexual harassment, utilizing examples; d. the vendor's internal complaint process including penalties; e. the legal recourse, investigative and complaint process available through the Illinois Department of Human Rights, and the Illinois Human Rights Commission; -5- f. directions on how to contact the department and commission; g. protection against retaliation as provided by Section 6-101 of the Human Rights Act. A copy of the policies must be provided to the Department of Human Rights upon request(775 ILCS 5/2-105). 24. As a condition precedent of this Agreement,the Service Provider shall have in place a written substance abuse prevention program which meets or exceeds the program requirements in the Substance Abuse Prevention Public Works Act at 820 ILCS 265/1, et seq. A copy of such policy shall be provided to the City's Assistant City Manager prior to the entry and execution of this Agreement. 25. Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agreement, it is expressly agreed and understood that in connection with the performance of this Agreement the Service Provider shall comply with all applicable federal, state, city and other requirements of law including, but not limited to, any applicable requirements regarding prevailing wages, minimum wage, workplace safety and legal status of employees. Without limiting the foregoing,the Service Provider hereby certifies,represents and warrants to the City that all of Service Provider's employees and/or agents who will be providing products, and/or services with respect to this Agreement shall be legal residents of the United States. Service Provider shall also, at its expense, secure all permits and [ licenses,pay all charges and fees and give all notices necessary and incident to the due and lawful prosecution of the work, and/or the products and/or services to be provided pursuant to this Agreement. City shall have the right to audit any records in the possession or control of the Service Provider to determine the Service Provider's compliance with the provisions of this section. In the event the City proceeds with such an audit,the Service Provider shall make available to the City the City's relevant records at no cost to the City. Service Provider shall pay any and all costs associated with any such audit. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration,completion and/or termination of this Agreement. 26. All notices,reports and documents required under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be mailed by First Class Mail,postage prepaid, addressed as follows: As to the City: As to Service Provider: City of Elgin 150 Dexter Court Elgin, IL 60120-5555 Attention: Sean Stegall City Manager r -6- With a copy to: William A. Cogley, Corporation Counsel City of Elgin 150 Dexter Court Elgin, IL 60120-5555 27. This Agreement is and shall be deemed and construed to be a joint and collective work product of the City and the Service Provider and, as such, this Agreement shall not be construed against the other party, as the otherwise purported drafter of same, by any court of competent jurisdiction in order to resolve any inconsistency,ambiguity,vagueness or conflict,if any, of the terms and provisions contained herein. 28. This Agreement shall be binding on the parties hereto and their respective successors and permitted assigns. This Agreement and the obligations herein may not be assigned by the Service Provider without the express written consent of the City which consent may be withheld at the sole discretion of the City. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned have entered into executed this Agreement on the date and year first written above. CITY OF ELGIN, a municipal (SERVICE PROVIDER) corporation By: By: City Manager Attest: City Clerk f:\legal dept\agreement\purchase of service agreement form clean.doc -7- r EXHIBIT A NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING SERVICES of the Fox Valley,Inc. SCOPE OF SERVICES FOR 2010 PURCHASE OF SERVICE AGREEMENT 1. NHS shall coordinate with the Elgin Community Network,a citizen-based non-profit group of neighborhood organizations (hereinafter referred to as "ECN"),to conduct neighborhood organizing and outreach activities for NHS. NHS shall assist ECN by sharing expertise,knowledge and resources in community organizing available through NeighborWorks America (hereinafter referred to as "NWA"). 2. NHS of Chicago Inc.is a chartered member ofNWA,a congressionally chartered not- for-profit organization that provides training, technical support and grants to local neighborhood housing services. NHS of the Fox Valley, Inc. will be affiliated with NWA through that charter. 3. NHS shall encourage home ownership, sound property maintenance and housing rehabilitation for the betterment of Elgin's neighborhoods through outreach efforts and programs such as the Neighborhood Lending Program. 4. NHS shall provide a pre-purchase,four class eight hour home buyer education. Each consecutive class will be offered once a week in both English and Spanish. 5. NHS shall partner with ECN and the City of Elgin to conduct two NeighborWorks Week events, one in June and a second event in September. 6. NHS shall provide a post-purchase seminar quarterly to continue education of new home owners. 7. NHS shall maintain provide table and chair rentals to members. 8. NHS shall actively seek to develop minority involvement in NHS activities and in the community through outreach,including targeted communications to organizations representing the minority population. 9. The NHS of the Fox Valley Board shall meet at least quarterly,with at least one of the representatives on the board serving as a board member for the NHS of Chicago, Inc. 10. The NHS of the Fox Valley Neighborhood Advisory Council shall meet at least nine times annually. 11. All property,whether real or otherwise,under NHS ownership or control shall be in compliance with all applicable City codes and ordinances, and all other applicable law. -8- 12. No real property shall be conveyed by NHS to a third party unless it has been inspected by the Department of Code Administration and Development Services of the city within the past thirty (30) days and has been found by the city to be in compliance with all applicable ordinances and grant program regulations. In the event that the real property is found not to be in compliance with the applicable provisions of the Property maintenance Code(Chapter 16.12 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended) and such property meets the minimum standards of habitability, such property may be conveyed and occupied if a written time schedule setting forth completion dates for all necessary repairs or modifications is filed with and approved by the Department of Code Administration and Development Services after being approved in writing by the authorized representatives of NHS and purchasers of such property. 13. Purchase of Service Agreement funds received from the City shall be deposited in a general purpose account but not commingled with funds restricted for special purposes. 14. City shall not be required to make any payment to NHS unless City has been provided with reasonable evidence of compliance with the terms of this agreement by NHS. Such evidence shall include, but not be limited to, receipts and other evidence of expenses incurred. 15. In addition to the requirements for an audited financial statement provided for in paragraph 6D of the agreement,an independent auditor shall attest that written policies and practices are in place and have been followed to assure internal controls exist for the proper accounting and disbursement of operating expenditures and grant funds of the Service Provider,to include but not be limited to two signatures on each disbursement check and board approval of monthly financial statements(balance sheet, revenue and expense reports,etc.). -9- 12. No real property shall be conveyed by NHS to a third party unless it has been inspected by the Department of Code Administration and Development Services of the city within the past thirty (30) days and has been found by the city to be in compliance with all applicable ordinances and grant program regulations. In the event that the real property is found not to be in compliance with the applicable provisions of the Property maintenance Code(Chapter 16.12 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended) and such property meets the minimum standards of habitability, such property may be conveyed and occupied if a written time schedule setting forth completion dates for all necessary repairs or modifications is filed with and approved by the Department of Code Administration and Development Services after being approved in writing by the authorized representatives of NHS and purchasers of such property. 13. Purchase of Service Agreement funds received from the City shall be deposited in a general purpose account but not commingled with funds restricted for special purposes. 14. City shall not be required to make any payment to NHS unless City has been provided with reasonable evidence of compliance with the terms of this agreement by NHS. Such evidence shall include, but not be limited to, receipts and other evidence of expenses incurred. 15. In addition to the requirements for an audited financial statement provided for in paragraph 6D of the agreement,an independent auditor shall attest that written policies and practices are in place and have been followed to assure internal controls exist for the proper accounting and disbursement of operating expenditures and grant funds of the Service Provider,to include but not be limited to two signatures on each disbursement check and board approval of monthly financial statements (balance sheet, revenue and expense reports, etc.). -9- • ktt 1 tai! Lt: tn NHS NHS of the Fox Valley 2010 Neighborhood Annual Report January 1,2010—December 31, 2010 Impact Summary: In 2010,NHS of the Fox Valley impacted 95 families -- 82 homeowners were saved from foreclosure by receiving a work out plan i.e.,trial period, short sale, deed in lieu, or a loan modification. 13 new homeowners were created and received financing with NLS loans and/or the Kane County Down Payment Assistance Program,total in NLS lending $1,112,903. NeighborWorks Day: In 2010 for the first time in NHS history we had two Neighbor Works event. For the last three years NHS of the Fox Valley has hosted NeighborWorks Day event. The efforts of over one hundred shovel and paint brush-yielding volunteers have had a dramatic impact on the neighborhoods we serve. Paint touch-ups, garden projects, minor outdoor repairs, are orders for the day. The program is intended to help elderly, disabled and/or low-income homeowners. Homeowners with chain link fences are encouraged to have the front(facing the street) t, removed;the lucky homeowner will have their fence and posts removed by volunteers and receive a bonus `-;1-- payment from the City. S3, The Northeast Neighborhood (NENA)was this year's Mill # ',i recipient of the neighborhood clean-up. NHS partnered with ECN,NENA,the City of Elgin, and about 80 volunteers worked on 13 properties; 6 homes had their front fence removed. This year a fabulous BBQ prepared by In the Neighborhood Deli served all the hard working volunteers. The impact can be seen by the neighbors, and the residual affect by the residents living in this neighborhood motivated to keep their properties well maintained with a sense of pride and unity in the NENA neighborhood. NHS of the Fox Valley and E.C.N. partnered up and organized a second neighborhood clean-up "NeighborWorks II" project. The Southeast part of Elgin (the NOSEE neighborhood)was the recipient of the beautification project. About 80 volunteers worked on 14 properties; landscaping, painting porches, and 11 of them participated in the City's chain link fence removal program. Going forward we will continue to have two NeighborWorks per calendar year, one in the spring and one in the fall. The event is going to be bigger, we're looking to reach out to more homeowners, and do some major repairs of up to $5,000 for eligible homeowners. This is all due to additional funding from the City of Elgin and E.C.N. . 0 n 10011°mnnn IIJi�t9 iiiiii it it NHS NHS of the Fox Valley An affiliate of NHS of Chicago 163 E. Chicago St. Elgin,IL 60120 (847) 695-0399 2010 Report eib• 1St Quarter-January 1,2010—March 31,2010 2"d Quarter—April 1,2010—June 30,2010 3`d Quarter—July 1,2010—September 30,2010 4th Quarter—October 1,2010—December 31,2010 Ms. Cherie Murphy The City of Elgin 150 Dexter Court Elgin, IL 60120 I I C �urm am tam `u ii . ! IIII !DIW NHS NHS of the Fox Valley An affiliate of NHS of Chicago 163 E. Chicago St. Elgin,IL 60120 (847) 695-0399 2010 Report 1st Quarter-January 1, 2010—March 31,2010 2°d Quarter—April 1,2010—June 30,2010 3rd Quarter—July 1, 2010—September 30,2010 4th Quarter—October 1, 2010—December 31, 2010 Ms. Cherie Murphy The City of Elgin 150 Dexter Court Elgin, IL 60120 NHS of the Fox Valley Open House& 3rd Year Anniversary September 15th NHS celebrated 3 years of service and accomplishments. Speakers included: Mayor Ed Schock,E.D. Ed Jacobs, President of Charter One, Scott Swanson, and Johnny Placeres. Highlighted were our accomplishments and the impact NHS is having through out our communities in the City of Elgin and Kane County. We recognized all our partners that support us and have made it possible for NHS to continue to do what we do. Iliana Rodriguez is a first time home owner; she completed the first time homebuyer classes and applied for a loan with NHS. Iliana made sure that she was ready; she had been saving for years. Iliana made sure that she not only understood the process of home buying—the responsibility of her Realtor, Loan Officer, and her attorney, but what every line item on her Good Faith Estimate meant. For her,there were no surprises at closing, she was ready! 1,7 f✓ : • � {23 Left to right:Ed Jacob,Scott Swanson,Iliana Rodriguez,Ed Schock,and Johnny Placeres Elgin's"Keep Your Home" mega event The"Keep Your Home" mega event at the Hemmens Cultural Center October 2"d helped 177 homeowners struggling to make their mortgage payments apply for a loan modification. Volunteers helped shepherd the applicants around and guided them as they filled out their requests. Real estate attorneys and other volunteers helped homeowners prepare an online application for a home loan modification.The people in the blue T- shirts were employees of Chase Bank,the red shirts worked for Bank of America. If you need a counselor who speaks Spanish, you'd go to one of the yellow tables. By morning's end,we had completed 157 submissions (87 from Kane County)to their banks to adjust their mortgage terms under the HAMP (Home Affordable Mortgage Program) and sent them electronically to the bank. The event drew two local members of Congress, Rep. Bill Foster,D-Batavia, and Rep.Melissa Bean,D-Barrington. Creating New Homeowners During 2010 207 first time homebuyers attended our Homebuyer Education Classes. 13 new homeowners were created during the year; all completed the 8-hour,4-part homebuyer education classes and received individual pre-purchase counseling. Preserving Homeownership During 2010,NHS of the Fox Valley provided 246 families with individual foreclosure prevention counseling and/or post-purchase counseling. 82 families were saved from foreclosure. Outreach,Partnerships and Collaboration NHS of the Fox Valley in 2010 continues to focus its efforts on the foreclosure crisis, however, shifting more towards homeownership. As we work to recover from this foreclosure crisis,part of the strategy is to create new homeowners and match them to foreclosed properties, helping stabilize and revitalize our community. Our objective has been to create partnerships and work within these partnerships to disseminate information to the community in Elgin and throughout Kane County. We've been partnering up with local realtors and lenders. Specific outreach efforts in Elgin > The National Bank,Mark Faulk- 4/12/10 Purpose of meeting was to create a partnership and to discuss our programs and services. > Elgin Courier News, Gloria Carr—5/10/10 met with reporter to discuss the foreclosures in the City of Elgin and Kane County, and how NHS is taking theelat) lead in foreclosure intervention outreach,post purchase counseling and shared some of our accomplishments. > Elgin Hispanic Network(EHN) 5/26/10 networking with local businesses, other non profits, and local government. Presented on programs and services. > Parkwood Neighborhood- 6/19/2010 Participated in a neighborhood party and gave out some information on NHS product and services, met with local residents —5 actually and all were in the process of trying to get their loans modified, some had paid up to $2500 to a 3rd party for assistance. Working with president of the homeowners association to reach out to Parkwood residents by sending a mailer with information on NHS programs and services. > Century 21,Bernardo Garcia—9/27/10 met with realtor to discuss programs and services and the Kane County Down Payment Program. > Platinum Realty, Carlos Giraldo—9/27/10 met with realtor to discuss programs and services and the Kane County Down Payment Program. > Boriqua Fest 08/13/10 NHS had a booth at the fest where over 3,500 were in attendance. Staff provided information, handed out NHS bags with information, magnets,posted notes, and pens. > Elgin Community Network—8/10/10 Networking luncheon. Over 45 in attendance. > Laura Hastings,Realty Executives-Partnering up with local Realtor to leverage our programs and services using local resources; "Realtors are the dating service between the buyer and the seller" --john groene Creating New Homeowners During 2010 207 first time homebuyers attended our Homebuyer Education Classes. 13 new homeowners were created during the year; all completed the 8-hour,4-part homebuyer education classes and received individual pre-purchase counseling. Preserving Homeownership During 2010,NHS of the Fox Valley provided 246 families with individual foreclosure prevention counseling and/or post-purchase counseling. 82 families were saved from foreclosure. Outreach,Partnerships and Collaboration NHS of the Fox Valley in 2010 continues to focus its efforts on the foreclosure crisis, however, shifting more towards homeownership. As we work to recover from this foreclosure crisis,part of the strategy is to create new homeowners and match them to foreclosed properties, helping stabilize and revitalize our community. Our objective has been to create partnerships and work within these partnerships to disseminate information to the community in Elgin and throughout Kane County. We've been partnering up with local realtors and lenders. Specific outreach efforts in Elgin > The National Bank,Mark Faulk- 4/12/10 Purpose of meeting was to create a partnership and to discuss our programs and services. > Elgin Courier News, Gloria Carr—5/10/10 met with reporter to discuss the foreclosures in the City of Elgin and Kane County, and how NHS is taking the lead in foreclosure intervention outreach,post purchase counseling and shared some of our accomplishments. > Elgin Hispanic Network(EHN) 5/26/10 networking with local businesses, other non profits, and local government. Presented on programs and services. > Parkwood Neighborhood- 6/19/2010 Participated in a neighborhood party and gave out some information on NHS product and services, met with local residents —5 actually and all were in the process of trying to get their loans modified, some had paid up to $2500 to a 3rd party for assistance. Working with president of the homeowners association to reach out to Parkwood residents by sending a mailer with information on NHS programs and services. > Century 21, Bernardo Garcia—9/27/10 met with realtor to discuss programs and services and the Kane County Down Payment Program. > Platinum Realty, Carlos Giraldo—9/27/10 met with realtor to discuss programs and services and the Kane County Down Payment Program. > Boriqua Fest 08/13/10 NHS had a booth at the fest where over 3,500 were in attendance. Staff provided information, handed out NHS bags with information, magnets,posted notes, and pens. > Elgin Community Network—8/10/10 Networking luncheon. Over 45 in attendance. > Laura Hastings, Realty Executives-Partnering up with local Realtor to leverage our programs and services using local resources; "Realtors are the dating service between the buyer and the seller" --john groene 1 ,r . . . ➢ Gina Gonzalez,State Farm Insurance—Partnering with local agent to collaborate with NHS in our Fire and Safety month and present at our homebuyer education classes. > Youth Leadership Academy—Presentation to parents on NHS program and services. > Home Depot—Partnering with NHS for Neighbor Works I&II • • • ti i 4 ELGIN THE CITY IN THE SUBURBS DATE: March 25, 2011 TO: Cherie Murphy, Assistant to the City Manager for Community Engagement FROM: Jennifer Quinton, Deputy City Clerk SUBJECT: Resolution No. 11-58, Adopted at the March 23, 2011, Council Meeting Enclosed you will find the agreement listed below. Please distribute this agreement to the other party and keep a copy for your records if you wish. If you have any questions please feel free to contact our office 847-931-5660 and we will do our best to assist you. Thank you. • Purchase of Service Agreement with Neighborhood Housing Services of the Fox Valley, Inc. for Operational Support f