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Board approves haircut to housing‑support metrics after debate over funding cuts
Summary
Supervisors approved an amendment to Mercy House Living Centers’ contract that reduces the program’s funding and lowers some outcome targets; supporters said the changes reflect reduced state funding and limited housing inventory, while at least one supervisor opposed lowering standards.
The Orange County Board of Supervisors on May 6 approved an amendment to contracts that fund housing support services for families and individuals, including a reduced contract amount for Mercy House Living Centers and lower outcome targets intended to reflect current funding and housing constraints.
Social Services Agency staff told the board the recommendation reflects two realities: a sharp cut in the contract’s maximum obligation (from about $5.3 million a year in the original award to roughly $1.7 million…
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