***ITEM CORRECTED (SEE ATTACHED MEMO)*** 2026 Strategies to Address Homelessness Plan - Citywide

Summary

This item concerns the 2026 Strategies to Address Homelessness Plan for the City of Phoenix. The plan, developed by the Office of Homeless Solutions (OHS) with support from Bloomberg Associates, outlines a comprehensive approach to preventing and ending homelessness. It is structured around five key focus areas: Prevention, Neighborhood Safety, Coordination, Housing, and System Accountability. The plan details numerous initiatives within each focus area, aiming to reduce the number of people becoming homeless, decrease unsheltered individuals, shorten time in shelters, increase housing options, and improve overall system accountability and transparency. Key strategies include utilizing data to identify at-risk individuals, providing flexible prevention funding, improving shelter performance, expanding behavioral health access, developing new housing models, and advocating for more housing vouchers. The plan also emphasizes the need for sustainable funding and outlines an implementation timeline for its initiatives.

Citizen Impact

This plan aims to improve the city's response to homelessness by focusing on prevention, safety, coordination of services, and increasing housing options. Residents may see enhanced outreach and support services for individuals experiencing homelessness, potentially leading to more stable communities.

Confidence

high