Santa Clara County agencies express concern over impending cuts to federal staff at HUD, anticipating significant delays in critical housing services. With half of HUD's workforce likely cut, housing leaders warn of impacts on grants essential for sheltering vulnerable populations, including those fleeing domestic violence. The county relies on Continuum of Care grants for housing support, with the upcoming renewal of a $4.5 million grant raising additional fears. Without adequate staffing and funding, the worsening homelessness crisis could ensue.
"I think that it's pretty alarming," Prince told San José Spotlight. "The HUD staff do really important things throughout our communities and throughout all of these programs that are operated in Santa Clara County and the United States."
"(Continuum of Care grants) are a key funding source for our efforts to end homelessness," Kaminski told San José Spotlight. "Our safety net system is designed to ensure people are housed and have necessary supportive services."
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