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Costa Mesa approves amendment to Newport Beach MOU, reduces exclusive Bridge Shelter beds and requires relocation assistance
Summary
Council approved an amendment reducing Newport Beach's exclusive allocation at the Costa Mesa Bridge Shelter from 25 to 20 beds (effective through June 30, 2026), with exclusive access ending Dec. 31, 2026; the council added contract language obligating Newport Beach to house or relocate any Newport Beach clients remaining at the agreement's end.
The Costa Mesa City Council on Dec. 2 approved Amendment No. 2 to a memorandum of understanding with Newport Beach that reduces Newport’s exclusive allocation of beds at the Costa Mesa Bridge Shelter and sets a timeline for the city to transition operations and prioritize local clients.
What changed: Under the amendment, Newport Beach’s exclusive bed allocation falls from 25 to 20 upon execution of the amendment and through June 30, 2026;…
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