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The City Administrator requests $28.1 million in General Fund one-time resources to establish 1,050 additional nighttime shelter beds and four district-based day centers with storage for homeless individuals in FY 2025-26. The package comprises $15.3M for emergency shelter, $11.9M for day centers, and $864,000 for storage facilities, part of a $52.3M estimated two-year initiative to end unsheltered homelessness.

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Package requests $28.1 million in General Fund one-time resources for 1,050 additional nighttime shelter beds and four district-based day centers. (p. 153)
$15.3 million allocated for nighttime emergency shelter. (p. 153)
$11.9 million allocated for Day Center facilities (one per district). (p. 153)
$864,000 allocated for Storage Unit Facilities (one per Council district). (p. 153)
Total two-year initiative to end unsheltered homelessness estimated to cost approximately $52.3 million through FY 26-27. (p. 153)
Funding source: $28,147,920 from General Fund Discretionary. (p. 153)
Package classification: External Materials and Services with status Recommended. (p. 153)
Bureau: City Administrator, directed by Director Michael Jordan. (p. 153)

💰 $28.1M · $28,147,920 · $15.3M · $11.9M · $864,000 · $52.3M · 📋 Portland Solutions Overnight Shelter Add Package · Nighttime Emergency Shelter · Day Center · Storage Unit Facilities · 🏛️ City Administrator

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23,785 - CA-Portland Solutions Overnight Shelter Add Package Service Area City Administrator DCA Michael Jordan Bureau Name City Administrator Director Michael Jordan Funding Type Name General Fund Addition Status: Recommended Package Desc Expense Recommended Total This request is for approximately $28.1 million in General Fund one-time resources for 1,050 External Materials and Services $28,147,920 additional nighttime shelter beds and four district-based day centers with day storage for individuals $28,147,920 experiencing homelessness in FY 2025-26. This request reflects the mayor’s commitment to end unsheltered homelessness in Portland, which is estimated to cost approximately $52.3M over two Revenue Recommended Total fiscal years (through FY 26-27). The $28.1M request includes: General Fund Discretionary $28,147,920 $15.3M for nighttime emergency shelter $28,147,920 $11.9M for Day Center (one per district) $864,000 for Storage Unit Facilities (one per Council district) City employees are exploring all potential budget opportunities to fund this shelter package. The Mayor and his team, along with Portland Solutions staff, are actively lobbying the state, county, and other entities that historically fund such programs. The City is committed to doing this work and is therefore ensuring this package is also part of our internal budget discussions. Service Impacts This investment is crucial to providing safe, secure, and supportive spaces for our most vulnerable residents, who continue to face dire challenges in accessing basic shelter and services. The proposed shelters and day centers will not only offer immediate relief by providing safe places to sleep but will also connect individuals with resources for housing, employment, mental health services, and other critical support. This initiative is a missing piece in our approach to addressing homelessness, ensuring that our city can offer dignity and hope to those who need it most. Your support in funding these essential services will make a tangible difference in the lives of thousands of Portland residents. Equity Impacts Expanding shelter bed capacity directly supports Portland’s commitment to equity by addressing the disproportionate impact of homelessness on marginalized communities, including people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with disabilities. By increasing access to safe shelter options, we can ensure that vulnerable populations receive the specialized care and support they need to rebuild their lives. This initiative will help break down systemic barriers to stability, promoting greater social and economic inclusion while providing equitable access to services for all Portlanders, regardless of their background or circumstances. The added capacity is a critical step toward reducing disparities and fostering a more just and compassionate city for everyone.

Parent: Package Details · PDF: p. 153