Through NYC’s Public Artists in Residence program, shelter residents’ words now appear on street signs across Manhattan.

This is art as civic dialogue.

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Commission approves festival transport contract, CDBG increase for Habitat and two major interlocal road amendments Commissioners approved an $18,250 contract for festival transportation, a $80,000 CDBG amendment for Habitat for Humanity (bringing the contract to $210,000), a UHMIS policy for homeless services, and interlocal amendments for the 1100 West (Woods Cross) and 2500 West (Syracuse) reconstruction projects.

Davis County is ramping up community development with a new transport contract for the Great Salt Lake Bird Festival and increased funding for Habitat for Humanity, all while tackling crucial road reconstruction projects!

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Board sends Oakmore safe-camping proposal back to staff amid concern over $11.7M price tag and ongoing operating costs County staff presented a conceptual plan to convert the former Oakmore Golf Course into a 'safe camping' site with 70 emergency sleeping cabins; supervisors voted unanimously to strike the development directive and directed staff to evaluate alternative uses because of high upfront and operating costs and unresolved feasibility questions.

San Joaquin County's ambitious plan for a safe-camping site at the former Oakmore Golf Course faces a setback as supervisors raise concerns over its $11.7 million price tag and ongoing costs.

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County outlines plan to bring LAHSA outreach workers into county jobs, unions press for protections Acting CEO and DHR told the Board they have identified budgeted vacancies and will use emergency hiring rules to move 85 outreach workers and create pathways for 315 county‑funded LAHSA positions; labor leaders urged guarantees on seniority, hire date and direct transfer.

Los Angeles County unveils a fast-track hiring plan to secure jobs for LAHSA outreach workers, but unions demand crucial protections for employee seniority and job security.

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Fall River hearing draws nonprofits seeking CDBG, HOME and ESG support as application deadline nears On Jan. 7, 2026, the Fall River Community Development Agency held a public hearing where nonprofit providers and economic-development partners urged continued CDBG, HOME and ESG funding; FRCDA announced application deadlines (Jan. 21) and estimated allocations for FY 2026.

Nonprofits in Fall River are rallying for essential funding to support housing and youth programs as the deadline for applications approaches—will their voices be heard?

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Votes at a glance: Lakewood council approves sewer actions, development agreement and navigation center on Dec. 8 At its Dec. 8 meeting the Lakewood City Council approved consent agenda items, ordinances to acquire property for sewer facilities and extend sewer service, adopted a development agreement for The Bend and approved an emergency lease with Volunteers of America for a navigation center.

The Lakewood City Council has made pivotal decisions that will reshape infrastructure and enhance homeless services—what does this mean for the community's future?

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Winona County board presses staff for 2026 budget detail as commissioners debate reallocating outside-agency funds In a lengthy working session, Winona County commissioners examined 2026 budget drivers—health insurance, SNAP administration, local-option sales tax—and debated a proposal to shift $15,000 of outside-agency allocations to support homeless shelters while approving routine contracts.

Winona County commissioners are at a crossroads, debating a significant budget shift to bolster homeless services while grappling with rising costs and staffing challenges.

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State Sen. Bob Archuleta highlights veterans tax relief, hydrogen hubs and Norwalk homeless campus at Santa Fe Springs luncheon State Senator Bob Archuleta told attendees the state has made the first $20,000 of military pensions state‑tax free, and described ongoing work to pursue hydrogen industry hubs and a regional homeless services campus in Norwalk. He urged continued partnership among cities, labor and state leaders.

California State Senator Bob Archuleta unveils groundbreaking initiatives for veterans, clean energy, and homelessness that could transform the community!

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LAHSA workers, union urge county to guarantee job pathways during transition to new homeless services department Multiple LAHSA employees and SEIU 721 representatives told the board they face potential job loss in the county's plan to create a new Department of Homeless Services and Housing. The CEO and DHR said HR will provide a streamlined emergency hiring pathway and a concierge process to assist LAHSA workers, and will communicate a framework to reduce I™

LAHSA employees are fighting for their jobs as they face layoffs in the transition to a new Department of Homeless Services, urging the Board to uphold promises made under Measure A.

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Lewis County schedules hearings and issues procurement notices for TIP, budget, homelessness and tower remediation Commissioners approved a block of notices setting public hearing dates for the Transportation Improvement Program, county budget and levies, and the five-year homeless services plan; staff also announced procurement timelines including an RFP for tower remediation and an RFQ to update the Middle Fork water system plan.

Lewis County is gearing up for critical public hearings on transportation, budget, and homelessness—mark your calendars!

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Votes at a glance: key Oct. 21 Pinellas County commission actions and land‑use decisions The board approved vendor rankings and multiple contracts, authorized grant applications, and acted on several land‑use requests; a proposed land‑use increase in a coastal high‑hazard mobile‑home park was denied and a pair of rezones for a commercial towing site were approved.

The Pinellas County Board made pivotal decisions on land use, homelessness support, and procurement at their latest meeting—find out what this means for the community!

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Money to help young adults facing homelessness is finally available after delay and uncertainty. Read the full article on Monterey County Now.

Money to help young adults facing homelessness is finally available after delay and uncertainty. #montereycounty #youthhomelessness #grantprogram #soledad #bacs #hud #housingassistance #homelessservices #yhdp #transition-agedyouth

End of Life Care in Medical Respite Care Programs The limited availability of adequate end-of-life care facilities is a growing problem for the general population, and there is even more concern about the lack of resources available for people experi...

There's a growing need for palliative care to be included in the #HomelessServices continuum of care. Our new guide explores how #RecuperativeCare programs can begin providing end-of-life care support for their clients.

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“To truly meet the health needs of people experiencing homelessness, you have to care for the whole person.”

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San Francisco Committee to Improve Homeless and Behavioral Health Services Launches Initiatives New committee chaired by Supervisor Ronan aims to enhance homeless care and mental health services.

A groundbreaking committee in San Francisco is tackling the intertwined crises of homelessness and mental health, promising a fresh approach to long-standing issues.

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San Francisco allocates $350M for health and fire department projects San Francisco allocates funds for community health centers, fire stations, and homeless services.

San Francisco is making strides in public health and safety with a $350 million investment, transforming community services and fire safety infrastructure.

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Puerto Rico Senate approves multiple legislative projects including homeless services and health benefits Senate approves five significant projects focused on social services and public health regulations

Puerto Rico's Senate just passed groundbreaking legislation to enhance welfare and protect vulnerable communities, including vital services for the homeless and support for the elderly in legal matters.

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Invisible People Podcast The most raw, unfiltered podcast, and authentic podcast on homelessness you’ll find. Tune in and learn how to be part of the solution for positive change!

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L.A. County supervisors to vote on creating their own homeless services agency The L.A. County Board of Supervisors is looking to pull hundreds of millions of dollars out of LAHSA, a move that unnerves some at L.A. City Hall.

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‘No accountability’ for homeless services in LA city and county, judge says Mayor Karen Bass rushed to the hearing after Judge David Carter noted her initial absence, and he had harsh words for a LAHSA official who was a no-show.

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County supervisors create new homeless agency, despite warnings from L.A. mayor The plan would move more than $300 million and hundreds of workers out of the Los Angeles Homeless Service Authority and into a new county department.

County supervisors create new homeless agency, despite warnings from L.A. mayor www.latimes.com/california/s... #Homelessness #HomelessServices

Los Angeles County Supervisors approve $637 million for homeless services After the vote, Supervisor Lindsey Horvath said, “Our communities are tired of the status quo.”

Los Angeles County Supervisors approve $637 million for homeless services #HomelessServices #Homelessness

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Court-ordered audit finds major flaws in L.A.'s homeless services An audit of homeless services provided by Los Angeles and the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority found them disjointed and lacking adequate data systems and financial controls.

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Josephine County homeless services nonprofit purchases two buildings in Grants Pass The nonprofit Mobile Integrative Navigation Team, or MINT, now has a permanent home.

Josephine County homeless services nonprofit purchases two buildings in Grants Pass. #pnwnews #oregon #homelessservices

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Housing First: A Review of the Evidence - HUD User https://www.huduser.gov/portal/periodicals/em/spring-summer-23/highlight2.html ◦Research suggests that Housing First programs successfully house people with intersecting vulnerabilities, such as veterans and people with a history of substance abuse, mental illness challenges, domestic violence, and chronic medical conditions such as HIV/AIDS. Housing First Works - HUD User https://www.huduser.gov/portal/periodicals/em/spring-summer-23/highlight1.html Housing First is a flexible and adaptable service model that addresses homelessness by quickly placing individuals and families with children experiencing homelessness into housing without any preconditions or barriers and offering voluntary supportive services to meet individuals' needs, Evidence Matters: Housing First and Homelessness -HUD User https://www.huduser.gov/portal/periodicals/em/spring-summer-23/index.html Unlike other delivery methods for solving homelessness, Housing First relies on the principle of getting individuals and households experiencing homelessness into housing with as few barriers as possible.

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Read the post to learn more about the petition to shelter more folks in Whatcom County from dangerous weather and the County’s recent response in support of not changing their operating model.

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