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City staff recommend $350,000 in one‑time funding to sustain expanded unhoused services; council to consider during 2026 budget
Summary
City staff reported results of a competitive RFP seeking comprehensive solutions for people experiencing homelessness and presented prioritized funding recommendations for council consideration during next month’s 2026 budget process.
City staff presented the results of a May RFP for “comprehensive community solutions” addressing homelessness at the Grand Junction City Council workshop on Sept. 29. Staff said nine proposals were submitted and six were evaluated; three rose for further interviews. After follow‑up interviews, staff recommended prioritizing support for emergency shelter and recently expanded service capacity and suggested a combined total allocation of $350,000 in one‑time funds to sustain or stabilize the highest‑priority proposals.
Staff recommendations (for council consideration during the 2026 budget process): - Grand Valley Catholic Outreach: $75,000 (staff recommended full award). Staff said $61,152 could be covered from current CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) allocations and the balance ($13,847) would be a general‑fund one‑time request. The outreach request targets rental assistance and eviction prevention services, including for survivors of domestic violence. - Hilltop Community…
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