The proposed Modification No. M00005 to Human Care Agreement No. CW101973 with Wholistic Home and Community Based Services, Inc. seeks to exercise option year two for a not-to-exceed amount of $1,282,844.50, covering the period from March 1, 2025, through February 28, 2026. This modification allows the contractor to continue providing essential occupancy-related residential expenses and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as mandated by the Citizens with Intellectual Disabilities Constitutional Rights and Dignity Act of 1978.

Additionally, the modification includes an increase in the living wage rate to $17.50, with a further increase to $18.00 per hour effective July 1, 2025. The funding for this agreement has been certified as available within the District's Local Budget and Financial Plan for Fiscal Year 2025, ensuring that the necessary financial resources are allocated for the services provided under this agreement. All other terms and conditions of the original contract remain unchanged.