Housing authority approves CMGC exemption for Forest Grove permanent supportive housing The Housing Authority of Washington County granted a competitive CMGC (construction management/general contractor) exemption and authorized an alternative contracting method for the Forest Grove permanent supportive housing project, citing early contractor engagement, cost transparency and schedule benefits; the vote was unanimous, 5-0.

The Housing Authority of Washington County has taken a bold step towards addressing homelessness by approving a new contracting method for the Forest Grove supportive housing project.

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County backs Homekey Plus application for campus‑style veterans village in French Camp Wellness Group and county staff described a Homekey Plus application to build a campus‑style veterans village near regional VA facilities in French Camp; the Board authorized the Veteran Services Office to apply and accept funds if awarded.

San Joaquin County is taking a significant step towards supporting veterans by applying for $38.5 million in funding to create a dedicated housing village in French Camp.

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Folsom Council opposes SB 802, citing concern over state‑mandated JPA and loss of local control After a briefing on Senate Bill 802 (Ashby), which would create a regional housing and homelessness authority with powers over local funds and mandated JPA membership, the council voted unanimously to oppose the bill, saying it would erode local control and could risk litigation and loss of local funds.

Folsom City Council stands united against Senate Bill 802, warning that it threatens local control over housing funds and could lead to legal battles.

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Vancouver reports rental-registration launch and housing fund shortfalls City of Vancouver staff told the CAB the city's rental-registration program launched Jan. 1 and more than 10,000 units had registered; several locally committed construction projects await state awards and Smith Tower still faces an estimated $11 million gap.

Vancouver's new rental-registration program has already registered over 10,000 units, but crucial housing projects still face significant funding gaps.

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Vista approves $2.8 million HCD‑funded contract amendment with San Diego Rescue Mission to run ‘Vista Cares’ outreach and rapid rehousing The Vista City Council unanimously approved a first amendment with San Diego Rescue Mission to operate the Vista Cares outreach, navigation and rapid‑rehousing program using a roughly $2.8 million HCD ERF‑3 award, including about $2.58 million for client move‑in assistance.

Vista City Council has greenlit a groundbreaking $2.8 million initiative with San Diego Rescue Mission to tackle homelessness through the new 'Vista Cares' program!

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Council authorizes CDBG/HOME grant agreements and ESG allocations, reallocates $30,000 from Salvation Army Council authorized execution of 2025 CDBG ($877,797) and HOME ($662,037.96) grant agreements and approved execution of subrecipient contracts tied to HUD action plans. The council also authorized execution of a $220,000 2025 Emergency Solutions Grant and approved allocations and a $30,000 de‑obligation and reallocation among Salvation Army, Turning Point and Temporary Emergency Services.

Tuscaloosa City Council has taken a bold step by approving over $1.5 million in federal grants to combat housing issues and homelessness in the community.

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Council discusses OCFA costs, shelter spending and approaches to public safety and homelessness Council members pressed staff for data on OCFA contracts, potential paramedic costs, shelter outcomes and how restricted state and county funds affect services. Staff committed to a deep dive on expenses, outcomes and coordination with county shelters.

Santa Ana council members are demanding transparency in public safety and homelessness spending, pushing for a thorough evaluation of costs and service effectiveness.

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Huntington Beach unveils strategic-plan progress: officials cite economic gains and falling crime City staff told the council the 2023 strategic plan is 62% complete, citing a 23% increase in certificates of occupancy, $1.2 million in new parking revenue and a 26% drop in crime. Councilmembers pressed for details on implementation and homelessness outcomes.

Huntington Beach is making strides with its strategic plan, boasting a 62% completion rate, significant economic gains, and a remarkable 26% drop in crime.

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From the Streets to Healing: Stories of Hope | Governor Josh Green In this deeply moving clip, Josh Green shares some of the most powerful stories to come out of Hawaiʻi’s Kauhale housing communities—stories of families heal...

From the Streets to Healing: Stories of Hope | Governor Josh Green

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Residents urge council to prioritize homelessness, housing and affordability in 2026 budget At public forum, Vivian Scheib urged the council to budget for warming centers and broader housing solutions for people experiencing homelessness; Jeff Tallman urged focus on affordability and redevelopment opportunities for Knoxville College site.

Community voices are demanding action as they urge the Knoxville council to tackle homelessness and affordability head-on in the 2026 budget.

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Teen builds prototype modular home to help homelessness

An inspiring teen has built a prototype modular home, offering a brilliant new pathway to address homelessness! This incredible innovation brings hope and a tangible solution for communities. 🏡✨ #YouthImpact #HomelessnessSolutions #ModularHousing

St. Louis County trains reviewers as CoC NOFO priorities shift; permanent supportive housing placed at top of Tier 1 In a training for the St. Louis County HUD Continuum of Care ranking and review team, staff explained new NOFO-driven changes that place permanent supportive housing at the top of Tier 1, move HMIS and coordinated entry toward Tier 2, and introduce transition grants to preserve program stability.

St. Louis County is reshaping its approach to homelessness funding by prioritizing permanent supportive housing, a crucial shift that could change lives in the community.

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Los Banos council defends choosing state-approved pallet homes over buying La Plaza Inn for bridge housing Mayor and staff said purchasing and rehabbing an older motel would add years, costs and legal hurdles; council favored state-approved pallet homes as a faster, flexible bridge-housing option while advancing a permanent ‘One Tree Village’ plan.

Los Banos City Council has chosen state-approved pallet homes over the La Plaza Inn for bridge housing, citing faster and more flexible solutions to combat homelessness.

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Polk County staff seek approval to make written offer on 77‑room hotel to create family stabilization center Polk County staff presented supervisors with a plan to use $3.5 million in ERA2 funds toward purchasing and adaptively reusing a 77‑room hotel listed at about $4.5 million as a family stabilization center; staff asked for permission to submit a written offer and begin 30–40 days of due diligence while coordinating with Pleasant Hill and district leadership.

Polk County is moving forward with a bold plan to transform a 77-room hotel into a family stabilization center, addressing urgent local needs with a proposed $3.5 million investment.

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Commission debates right-of-way ordinance changes aimed at obstructions, homelessness; asks for locker program options Commissioners revised language to clarify 'interference' with public right-of-way and debated potential effects on people experiencing homelessness; committee recommended exemptions and a shortened abandonment period and asked staff to research community-led locker programs and budget options.

Athens-Clarke County is rethinking its right-of-way regulations to protect public spaces while ensuring compassion for the homeless community.

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Salvation Army outlines phased shelter expansion in Norman, aims to start phases 1–2 if fully funded Salvation Army leaders presented a phased plan to renovate and expand the Norman shelter: a phase‑1 dining/commercial kitchen, phase‑2 repurposing of the old kitchen into family rooms, and an eventual $10 million phase‑3 expansion. They estimated phases 1–2 at about $1.62 million and said the organization will not break ground until fully funded.

The Salvation Army is set to transform its Norman shelter with a phased plan to expand capacity and build a state-of-the-art kitchen, but they need your support to bring it to life!

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Jacksonville aldermen debate public camping ordinance as downtown business owners press for action Aldermen and residents spent the workshop discussing a proposed public camping ordinance focused on enforcement, storage of confiscated property and modest fines; South Jacksonville’s police chief and shelter director offered differing views on outreach, enforcement and mental-health options.

Jacksonville's aldermen are grappling with a controversial public camping ordinance amid rising downtown tensions and calls for quicker action from local business owners.

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Cowlitz County schedules homeless housing plan hearing and extends shelter and service contracts to align funding cycles County staff will hold a required public hearing on the local homeless housing plan, proposed contract extensions for coordinated entry and pass‑throughs to treatment providers, and discussed possible funding requests from Kelso School District and Housing Opportunities of SW Washington.

Cowlitz County is set to hold a crucial public hearing on a new homeless housing plan, with vital funding discussions and community input on the agenda!

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Votes at a glance — Sacramento County Board of Supervisors, Dec. 9, 2025 Summary listing of formal votes taken by the board during the Dec. 9 meeting, including agenda item, action and outcome.

Sacramento County's Board of Supervisors took decisive action on key issues, from homelessness governance to stormwater utility fees, all passing unanimously!

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Residents urge pause on Mod Pod site selection; advocates call for rapid deployment and harm‑reduction Public commenters delivered extensive testimony on the Nova Mod Pod shelter proposal: neighborhood coalitions asked the city to pause site selection to expand community engagement; shelter advocates and people with lived experience argued Mod Pods are urgently needed and urged flexible siting and supportive services.

Lansing residents are divided over the Mod Pod pilot, with some demanding a pause for community input while others stress the urgency of immediate shelter for the unhoused this winter.

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Bernalillo County buys 84-unit complex, rallies to house 1,000 people off the streets by next summer Bernalillo County announced it purchased Poblano Place Apartments to stabilize rents and expand housing options, and outlined an initiative led by District 1 Commissioner Barbara Baca aiming to house 1,000 people currently experiencing homelessness by next summer; the county said the purchase was funded through a New Mexico Legislature appropriation.

Bernalillo County is taking a bold step to combat homelessness by acquiring Poblano Place Apartments and pledging to house 1,000 people by next summer!

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This season of thanks, Governor Newsom announces six projects on state land to provide families with new affordable housing | Governor of California Official website of the State of California

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Governor Newsom has announced six new affordable housing projects that will transform underutilized state land into 843 affordable units across California.
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Bismarck leaders propose 24/7 triage center as homelessness and safety concerns rise Bismarck public‑health and police officials described increases in unsheltered homelessness, rising safety incidents and a plan for a 24/7 community triage center combining low‑barrier shelter, crisis stabilization, peer supports and housing navigation.

Bismarck is taking a bold step towards addressing homelessness and safety concerns with a proposed 24/7 community triage center that promises to transform crisis response.

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Residents urge supervisors to reserve Measure A funds for health care, criticize recent encampment sweeps Dozens of public commenters told the Board of Supervisors to restrict Measure A revenues to health care backfill and condemned a recent Gilroy encampment sweep; speakers demanded emergency housing declarations, specialized shelters for seniors and criticized any diversion to public safety.

Residents are rallying to protect Measure A funds for health care while condemning recent encampment sweeps that displaced vulnerable communities.

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Oregon lawmaker outlines shelter framework, production tools and modular investments to address housing shortfall Representative Pam Marsh, chair of the House Committee on Housing and Homelessness, told a Washington County forum that the state has deployed shelter funds, created a shelter framework (House Bill 3644) and invested in construction innovation but that a roughly 95,000-unit statewide deficit requires continued local action and production.

Oregon's housing crisis demands urgent action, with nearly 95,000 units needed to combat rising homelessness and skyrocketing rents.

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Fresno County supervisors approve letter of interest to manage Fresno-Madera Continuum of Care On Nov. 4, 2025 the Fresno County Board of Supervisors approved a letter of interest for the county to serve as the management entity for the Fresno-Madera Continuum of Care, authorizing the county to implement day-to-day operations of the coordinated entry system under the HUD Continuum of Care program.

Fresno County is stepping up to tackle homelessness by taking the reins of the Fresno-Madera Continuum of Care—what does this mean for the community?

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Long Beach opens 78‑unit interim shelter at renovated motel in North Long Beach City officials held a ribbon-cutting for a 78‑unit interim shelter at 5950 in North Long Beach. The site, converted from a nuisance motel with support from state Project RoomKey resources, will be staffed by nonprofit First to Serve, offer 12 accessible units, three meals a day and 24‑hour on‑site staffing; intake is planned for mid next month.

Long Beach has transformed a former nuisance motel into a vital 78-unit interim shelter, providing hope and essential services to those in need.

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County outlines homelessness data and new shelter and reentry efforts; officials urge public support for housing projects Sacramento County speakers used the Thrive Summit to present recent point‑in‑time findings, demographic patterns and steps intended to reduce homelessness, including temporary shelter pilots and a new reentry bed program for people leaving jail. Officials asked community members to support shelter and housing project approvals and to volunteer for

Sacramento County leaders are calling for community support and innovative solutions to tackle the growing homelessness crisis, highlighting urgent needs for housing and services.

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