Homelessness Initiatives: Tiny Homes & Motel Vouchers
Key Questions
What is the status of tiny homes regulations in Sacramento?
Regulations for tiny homes on lots and backyards have advanced, with a city council vote expected in the summer.
Why was the Natomas homeless shelter delayed?
The Sacramento County homeless shelter on Watt Avenue in Natomas is months behind schedule and over $1 million above budget.
What is the new motel vouchers program for homeless families?
The City of Sacramento is launching a reimagined motel-based program in June via McCarty Road, providing vouchers for 200 families.
What are the recent stats from the Incident Management Team in Central City?
The IMT responded to 612 calls across 685 locations, achieving 34 placements and removing 59,000 pounds of trash.
What efforts is Sacramento County making against homelessness?
Efforts include coordinated work in Central City by the Incident Management Team and addressing budget overruns for new shelters.
Tiny homes regs advanced for lots/backyards, council summer vote; Natomas shelter blocked; motel vouchers for 200 families launch June via McCarty; Sac County 350-bed Watt Ave shelter delayed, $64M +$1M overrun; IMT Central City ops: 685 locations, 612 calls, 34 placements, 59k lbs trash.