Special Notice / Hearing: None__
Vote Required: Majority
To: Honorable Board of Supervisors
From: Claire Cunningham, Director, Human Services Agency
Subject: Application and Acceptance of Funding for the Transitional Housing Program and Housing Navigation and Maintenance Program from the State of California Department of Housing and Community Development
RECOMMENDATION:
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Adopt a resolution:
A) Authorizing the County to apply for and accept its Transitional Housing Program (THP) allocation award in an amount not to exceed $242,910, as specified in the THP Allocation Acceptance Form in effect at the time this Resolution is adopted; and
B) Authorizing and Directing the County, if THP funds remain available after the deadline for submitting a signed Allocation Acceptance Form and the County is eligible for an additional allocation, to accept additional THP funds in an amount authorized by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (Department), not to exceed $485,820 (“Additional THP Allocation”); and
C) Authorizing the County to apply for and accept its Housing Navigation and Maintenance Program (HNMP) allocation award in an amount not to exceed $65,477, as specified in the HNMP Allocation Acceptance Form in effect at the time this Resolution is adopted; and
D) Authorizing and Directing the County, if HNMP funds remain available after the deadline for submitting a signed Allocation Acceptance Form and the County is eligible for an additional allocation, to accept additional HNMP funds in an amount authorized by the Department, not to exceed $130,954 (“Additional HNMP Allocation”); and
E) Authorizing the Human Services Agency Director, or their designee, to act on behalf of the County in connection with the THP allocation award and any Additional THP Allocation, and to enter into, execute, and deliver all documents necessary or appropriate to participate in THP and receive those funds, including a Standard Agreement and any amendments to those documents (collectively, “THP Allocation Award Documents”); and
F) Authorizing the Human Services Agency Director, or their designee, to act on behalf of the County in connection with the HNMP allocation award and any Additional HNMP Allocation, and to enter into, execute, and deliver all documents necessary or appropriate to participate in HNMP and receive those funds, including a Standard Agreement and any amendments to those documents (collectively, “HNMP Allocation Award Documents”); and
G) Affirming that the County shall comply with the terms and conditions of the THP and HNMP Allocation Award Documents and shall use all allocation funds, including any additional allocations, in accordance with the applicable Allocation Acceptance Forms, Allocation Award Documents and subsequent amendments, program requirements, and applicable laws; and
H) Affirming that the County retains discretion to accept any or all THP and HNMP funds awarded to it.
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BACKGROUND:
The State of California, Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”) issued an Allocation Acceptance Form (the “THP Allocation Acceptance Form”), dated September 10, 2026, under Round 8 of the Transitional Housing Program (“THP”), authorized by Item 2240-102-0001 of Section 2.00 of the Budget Act of 2026 (Chapter 19 of the Statutes of 2026) and Chapter 11.7 (commencing with Section 50807) of Part 2 of Division 31 of the Health and Safety Code.
HCD also issued an Allocation Acceptance Form (the “HNMP Allocation Acceptance Form”), dated September 10, 2026, under Round 5 of the Housing Navigation and Maintenance Program (“HNMP”), authorized by Item 2240-103-0001 of Section 2.00 of the Budget Act of 2026 (Chapter 19 of the Statutes of 2026) and Chapter 11.8 (commencing with Section 50811) of Part 2 of Division 31 of the Health and Safety Code.
The THP Allocation Acceptance Form and the HNMP Allocation Acceptance Form are collectively referred to as the “Allocation Acceptance Forms.” The Allocation Acceptance Forms establish the County’s allocation awards under the THP and HNMP Programs and provide for the potential availability of additional funds if funds remain available after the deadline for submitting a signed Allocation Acceptance Form and the County is eligible for an additional allocation.
The THP allocation award is based on the County’s percentage of the total statewide number of young adults 18 to 20 years of age in foster care and homeless unaccompanied young adults between the ages of 18 and 24 years old. The HNMP allocation award is based on the County’s percentage of the total statewide number of young adults 17 through 21 years of age in the foster care and probation system.
The County’s THP Round 8 allocation is $242,910, and its HNMP Round 5 allocation is $65,477. Based on information provided by HCD, the County anticipates receiving additional allocations equal to the initial allocations, potentially increasing the total funding to $485,820 for THP and $130,954 for HNMP, subject to the availability of funds and the applicable Allocation Acceptance Forms and program requirements.
DISCUSSION:
HSA recommends authorizing the Director of HSA, or their designee, to apply for and accept, on behalf of the County of San Mateo, the THP Round 8 allocation award of $242,910 and the HNMP Round 5 allocation award of $65,477, as detailed in the applicable Allocation Acceptance Forms.
HSA also recommends authorizing the Director of HSA, or their designee, to accept any additional allocations made available by HCD, subject to the availability of funds and the County’s eligibility under the applicable Allocation Acceptance Forms and program requirements, in amounts of up to $242,910 for THP and $65,477 for HNMP. This would increase the total potential funding to $485,820 for THP and $130,954 for HNMP.
THP funds will be used to help young adults ages 18 through 24 secure and maintain housing, with priority given to young adults formerly in the foster care or probation systems. Allowable uses include rental assistance, utility costs, and move-in costs.
HNMP funds will support housing navigator services that help young adults ages 18 through 24 locate, secure, and maintain housing, with priority given to young adults currently or formerly in the foster care and probation systems. Services will be delivered by HSA Children and Family Services staff.
These funds supplement existing resources for transition-age youth, including Extended Foster Care, THP-Plus, and the Independent Living Program. They target young adults who have exited, are not eligible for, or cannot access those programs and who remain at risk of housing instability. Funds must be expended by June 30, 2029, and HSA will submit annual expenditure and outcome reports to HCD as required.
The County Attorney’s Office has reviewed and approved the resolution as to form.
COMMUNITY IMPACT:
The THP Round 8 and HNMP Round 5 allocations will support young adults ages 18-24 in securing and maintaining stable housing, with a focus on young adults who face significant barriers to housing stability, including current and former foster and probation youth, youth of color, LGBTQ+ young people, and young adults experiencing homelessness. These investments support the County’s commitment to reducing barriers to stable housing and expanding opportunities for young adults who may otherwise have limited access to housing resources.
Stable housing provides a foundation for young adults to pursue employment and education, maintain health and well-being, and establish permanent connections and independence. By helping address gaps in housing resources for transition-age youth, these allocations can reduce the risk of homelessness and re-involvement with public systems and support young adults as they transition to adulthood.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The THP Round 8 Allocation amount is $242,910 and the HNMP Round 5 allocation amount is $65,477. Appropriations for this allocation were included in the FY 2026-27 Adopted Budget. There is no Net County Cost associated with this allocation.