Homelessness services and federal policy direction
Mendocino County
Summary
The county is relaunching homeless outreach as a behavioral-health-focused program with two teams working seven days a week, six new positions, and $230,000 annually in Measure B funds, starting in the greater Ukiah area before expanding. Supervisors and staff framed it as filling the gap for unsheltered residents with mental health and substance use needs.
At a glance
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Sep 1, 2026.
Impact analysis
$230,000 a year in Measure B funds for five years, braided with existing grant and opioid settlement funds.
Unsheltered residents with behavioral health needs, plus neighborhoods affected by visible homelessness.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Supervisors — September 1, 2026
The county is relaunching homeless outreach as a behavioral-health-focused program with two teams working seven days a week, six new positions, and $230,000 annually in Measure B funds, starting in the greater Ukiah area before expanding. Supervisors and staff framed it as filling the gap for unsheltered residents with mental health and substance use needs.
Board of Supervisors — January 14, 2026
The afternoon Health Summit covered county health and social services, local clinics and health plans, CMSP, and Dr. Robert Marbut's presentation on the federal view of homelessness. The board took no action, but these briefings set the stage for future policy and funding decisions.
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