Politics & Government
Mayors Call On Newsom, Legislature For $3 Billion Over 3 Years For Homeless
The mayors said flexible homeless funding is approved annually and they are asking for a three-year commitment from the governor.
April 26, 2022
The mayors of California’s 11 largest cities asked Gov. Gavin Newsom and the state Legislature on Monday to approve $3 billion over three years in the state budget for flexible homeless funding to go directly to cities.
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The mayors said flexible homeless funding is approved annually and they are asking for a three-year commitment from lawmakers and the governor.
They said Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention program funds have allowed them to come up with innovative ways to combat homelessness in their cities, including building tiny cabins and setting up lots for people living in RVs and other vehicles. The funds allowed mayors to add 9,000 new shelter beds and help 25,000 homeless people, they said at a joint news conference.
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