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County staff outline homeless‑prevention program structure, limits on spending and winter response
Summary
San Juan County staff described how state homeless‑services funding is administered locally, why unused award amounts are returned to the state, and how a winter response fund is used to shelter people during extreme weather.
San Juan County public‑health staff reviewed the county’s homeless‑prevention program structure and how state award timing and program rules affect spending at the Oct. 21 commission meeting.
Rosa, the county’s homeless‑prevention coordinator, told commissioners the county receives funds from the Utah Office of Homeless Services and operates a local Homeless Coordinating Committee (LHCC) that reviews policies and provides local direction. She said applications are reviewed for eligibility (very low income or other qualifying circumstances) and that staff handle case management and reimbursement requests. Rosa and a part‑time colleague review client…
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