California Gov. Newsom seeks $1.4B to combat homelessness as crisis grows.
“It covers the major direct issues related to homelessness, shelter, housing, social services,” said Nan Roman, president and CEO of the National Alliance to End Homelessness, based in Washington, D.C. “Whether it’s the right amount of money I can’t say … but it seems like it’s hitting the right things.”in the state, the response appeared to be equally restrained. L.A.
Los Angeles County experienced a 12 percent increase in homelessness over the same period, putting the population at around 59,000. He signed an executive order Wednesday to free up $750 million for service providers to help pay rent, fund affordable housing and expand a safety net for at-risk people. Another $650 million in emergency aid would go to cities and counties with the most pressing needs.
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