9 Section 3 Policy and Resolution.pdf

The document is a Section 3 Contracting Policy and Procedures manual for the City of Schenectady, New York, developed in accordance with the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968. The policy aims to ensure that employment and economic opportunities generated by HUD financial assistance are directed to low and very low-income residents, particularly those in public housing and other HUD-assisted housing. The resolution, adopted by the City Council on March 30, 2020, establishes guidelines for contractors and subcontractors to provide training, employment, and contracting opportunities to Section 3 residents and businesses.

The policy outlines a comprehensive framework for prioritizing employment and contracting opportunities, with a hierarchical approach that gives preference to residents of public housing, HUD Youthbuild program participants, and low-income residents of Schenectady and neighboring cities. For contracts exceeding $100,000, contractors must meet specific goals, including 10% of construction contracts and 3% of non-construction contracts awarded to Section 3 businesses, and 30% of new hires coming from Section 3 resident populations. The document provides detailed income limits, verification procedures, and reporting requirements to ensure compliance, with potential consequences for failing to meet these objectives, including the possibility of contract modification or award to alternative contractors.