Yolo County homelessness response and 2026-2029 plan
Yolo County, California
Summary
The latest count found 912 people experiencing homelessness in Yolo County, up sharply in chronic homelessness, with a new 2026-2029 regional plan now in place. The Board asked for a full update at a future meeting.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
Not specified; funding interacts with Behavioral Health Services Act resources.
Residents experiencing homelessness, through coordinated regional services and housing strategy.
County fund balance is drawn down, which Supervisors noted may strain future budgets.
Mentions & discussions (5)
Board of Supervisors — October 6, 2026
The 2026 count found 920 people experiencing homelessness — up 39% in five years — with about 65% unsheltered. Supervisors grilled staff on why shelter beds sit underused, how rural counts work, and whether more funding or better efficiency is the answer. The new four-goal plan focuses on prevention, affordable housing, healthcare-housing linkages, and coordination.
Board of Supervisors — July 21, 2026
The latest count found 912 people experiencing homelessness in Yolo County, up sharply in chronic homelessness, with a new 2026-2029 regional plan now in place. The Board asked for a full update at a future meeting.
Board of Supervisors — March 3, 2026
The county's three permanent supportive housing sites (West Capital, East Beamer, West Beamer) are understaffed relative to 20-30 year funding commitments, with rising lease terminations, safety incidents, and property damage. The Board directed full funding of eight case managers and immediate hiring.
Board of Supervisors — February 10, 2026
The county added $317,921 to keep funding operating subsidies at Yolo Community Care Continuum's Farm House through March 2029 — shelter and support for adults experiencing homelessness.
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