Committee backs MOU to pursue Encampment Resolution grant to convert El Rey Motel into low-barrier navigation center

Oct 27, 2025

The Housing & Land Use Committee recommended City Council approve an MOU to pursue a State Encampment Resolution Grant to rehabilitate the city-owned El Rey Motel into a low-barrier navigation center and to support outreach operations.

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The Housing & Land Use Committee voted to recommend City Council approve a memorandum of understanding among the City of Salinas, Monterey County and the Coalition of Homeless Service Providers to apply for the State of California's Encampment Resolution Grant (round 5). The county will serve as the lead applicant and grant administrator.

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