City Council Agenda
Memo to:
Manteca City Council
From:
Toni Lundgren, City Manager
Prepared by:
Vielka Guarascio, Homeless & Housing Services Manager
Date:
June 2, 2026
Subject:
Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Program Funding for the Unsheltered Emergency Center/Navigation Center Operations
Recommendation:
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Adopt a resolution accepting Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Program Funding for the Unsheltered Emergency Center/Navigation Center Operations in the amount of $205,324; approve a budget appropriation of $205,324; and authorize the City Manager to execute all associated and necessary documents related to the administration of the grant.
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Background:
On January 23, 2026, San Joaquin County released a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) funding to support emergency shelter and navigation center operations for individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
The PLHA Program was established through Senate Bill 2, known as the Building Homes and Jobs Act, and provides ongoing funding for housing and homelessness-related programs throughout California. PLHA Activity 6 funding is designated to support emergency shelter/navigation center operations and supportive case management services. San Joaquin County is responsible for administration of the funds.
The City of Manteca applied for PLHA funding to support operations at the Unsheltered Emergency Center/Navigation Center located at 555 Industrial Park Drive. The Center operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week and provides shelter, meals, hygiene services, case management, housing navigation, and outreach services for individuals experiencing homelessness within the community.
The City has been awarded $205,324 in PLHA funding to support ongoing operations and services at the Unsheltered Emergency Center/Navigation Center.
Fiscal Impact:
Staff recommend accepting the grant funds and approving revenue and exp...
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