Submitted By: Community Development
Prepared By: Adam Atamian, Community Development Director
Andy Flores, Management Analyst
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CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION FOR AND RECEIPT OF CYCLE 2 SENATE BILL 2 PERMANENT LOCAL HOUSING ALLOCATION GRANT FUNDS AND APPROVING THE PROPOSED FIVE-YEAR PLAN
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Summary:
The City has received Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) grant funds since 2021 and has continued to use these funds for approved activities consistent with the PLHA Guidelines and the City’s Cycle 1 five-year plan. Specifically, the City has used Cycle 1 funding to provide street outreach, engagement, and case management services to individuals experiencing homelessness within the City. These services connect individuals with housing resources, supportive services, and assistance to obtain and maintain stable housing.
On July 16, 2026, a Notice of Funding Availability was released for Cycle 2, covering calendar year allocations from 2024 through 2028. The available allocations are $132,693 for 2024 and $142,394 for 2025, totaling $275,087. Allocations for 2026 through 2028 remain to be determined but are estimated to range from $120,000 to $150,000 annually. Including the 2024 and 2025 allocations, total Cycle 2 funding could range from $635,087 to $725,087. All estimated figures are subject to change and may be proportionally updated to reflect annual funding allocation adjustments.
Background:
Senate Bill 2 (SB 2), enacted in 2017, established an ongoing funding source for affordable housing and eligible homelessness activities through the PLHA program, administered by the California Department of Housing and Community Development.
The City has received PLHA funds since 2021 under Cycle 1, covering calendar year allocations from 2019 through 2023. The City has successfully carried out its five-year plan by supporting street outreach, engagement, and case management services for individuals experiencing ...
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