Alameda County has resolved the debate over the allocation of its $1.8 billion Measure W funds amid prolonged public input. Voters approved Measure W for homelessness solutions in 2020 but were challenged on the validity of the vote requirement. After the funding was upheld by the California Supreme Court, the Board of Supervisors allocated 80% to homelessness and 20% to other safety-net services. Public speakers expressed frustration, with calls for a larger percentage to be dedicated to homelessness, reflecting urgent community needs.
"The county desperately needs Measure W funds to fight homelessness, and that 80% of Measure W funds is not enough. We are thrilled to see the largest investment the county has ever made to address homelessness."
"We continue to ask the board to dedicate at least 90% of funds toward the outline in the Alameda County Home Together Plan."
"We request all of the money from Measure W go directly to homeless services."
"Public input lasted for hours at a special meeting, highlighting resident objections to the board’s allocations for Measure W funds."
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