Santa Rosa and Sonoma County, after years of significant investment, are seeing pandemic-era funding dry up.
The Press Democrat reports Santa Rosa’s City Council has approved $1.4 million in cuts to homeless services, including street outreach and emergency housing, to address a large budget deficit. This decision, though difficult, comes as service providers like Catholic Charities warn it could jeopardize recent progress and increase visible homelessness.
The city is now pushing for greater regional cooperation and more financial support from Sonoma County. Providers are seeking new funding and efficiencies to maintain vital services amidst these budget challenges.