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1,197 tracked US meetings mentioned this topic since 2026-01. Counts come from canonicalized brief tags and are directional because coverage varies by place and platform.

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Bakersfield, CA · Tue Nov 24, 2026 · Homelessness

No substantive items listed for Homelessness meeting

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed.

Longview, Texas · Thu Jul 30, 2026 · Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee to discuss 10-year update and planning

The Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will meet to review a 10-year update. The body will also discuss staff training and future planning.

Keller, Texas · Wed Jul 29, 2026 · Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

Committee reviews shelter statistics, staffing levels, and HSNT protocols.

The Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will review operational data and staffing for the Keller Regional Adoption Center. Members will also discuss HSNT protocols and approve the previous meeting's minutes. This agenda is largely administrative and contains no public hearings or budget changes.

Riverside, California · Mon Jul 27, 2026 · Housing and Homelessness Committee

Committee to review housing legislation and Prohousing program reapplication

The Housing and Homelessness Committee will receive updates on California housing legislation and the 2026 ADU Handbook. The body will also discuss the California Prohousing Designation Program reapplication and receive a project update from the Housing Authority.

Riverside, California · Mon Jul 27, 2026 · Housing and Homelessness Committee

State update on California 2025‑2026 housing legislation

The Housing and Homelessness Committee will receive an update on California housing legislation for 2025‑2026. The committee will discuss the reapplication for the California Prohousing Designation Program. A briefing on the Housing Authority’s current projects will also be presented. Additional legislative updates…

King County, Washington · Thu Jul 23, 2026 · Health, Housing, and Human Services Committee

Committee discusses behavioral health tax spending and forensic services agreement

The Health, Housing, and Human Services Committee is meeting to discuss the behavioral health bridge implementation plan and the renaming of the mental illness and drug dependency fund. The body will also consider an agreement to provide forensic pathology services to Skagit County.

Anoka County, Minnesota · Thu Jul 23, 2026 · Human Services Committee

Anoka County considers $250,000 naloxone awareness campaign

The Human Services Committee is reviewing several health and social service contracts, including funding for homeless prevention and mental health initiatives. The body is also discussing updates to the Solid Waste Ordinance to meet a 75% waste diversion goal by 2030.

Salem, Massachusetts · Thu Jul 23, 2026 · Design Review Board

Design review of Smart Growth Overlay for 53 affordable homes and a 70‑bed shelter

The Design Review Board and Planning Board will review a Smart Growth Overlay District proposal for sites at 56 Margin Street, 54 Margin Street, 7 High Street, 20 Endicott Street, and 24 Endicott Street. The project calls for demolishing two buildings, adaptively reusing another, preserving a facade, and constructing…

Ashland, Oregon · Thu Jul 23, 2026 · Housing & Human Services Advisory Committee

Committee to review affordable housing program and fee waivers

The Housing & Human Services Advisory Committee will discuss the City of Ashland's Affordable Housing Program and fee waivers, review metrics on homeless services, and check in on strategic goals and community resource events.

Garland, Texas · Thu Jul 23, 2026 · Community Services Committee

Committee to review neighborhood grants and discuss designated camping sites

The Community Services Committee will review Spring 2026 Neighborhood Vitality Matching Grant applications for potential City Council approval. The body will also discuss policies for a designated camping site for unhoused individuals and receive an update on third-party citywide mailers.

Hanover, Pennsylvania · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 1 Hanover Borough Council

Council to consider Wawa development and Eisenhower Drive signal upgrades

Hanover Borough Council will discuss a land development plan for a Wawa at 301 Eisenhower Drive and a signalization upgrade project on Eisenhower Drive. The body is also considering a new purchasing policy and a letter of support for county-wide homelessness coordination.

St. Paul, Minnesota · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · City Council

City Council holds public hearing on Mayor's Encampment Plan

The St. Paul City Council will convene a special meeting on July 22, 2026 to conduct a public hearing on the Mayor's Encampment Plan. Council members Kim, Noecker, Johnson, Yang, Bowie, Coleman and Jost are listed as sponsors. Residents may submit written comments by noon the day before or provide up to two minutes of…

Washtenaw County, Michigan · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · Community Action Board

Board will approve FY27 Community Action Plan

The Washtenaw County Community Action Board will approve the FY27 Community Action Plan and review the Community Needs Assessment. The meeting also includes routine approvals of the July agenda and May meeting minutes, program updates from OCED staff, and two public comment periods for non‑board members.

St. Paul, Minnesota · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · Public Safety Committee

Public Safety Committee to discuss Mayor's Encampment Release Plan

The Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss the Mayor's Encampment Release Plan. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

Waco, TX · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 07/22 Animal Welfare Board Meeting

Animal Welfare Board meets to discuss shelter capacity and animal services

The Animal Welfare Board will review reports on shelter capacity from January through June 2026. The meeting includes discussions on animal welfare organization operations, veterinarian community trends, and a report regarding the Waco Animal Shelter.

Renton, Washington · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · Human Services Advisory Committee

Committee to review Homeless/Housing Stability application scores

The Human Services Advisory Committee is meeting to review application scores for Homeless/Housing Stability. The body will also discuss the schedule for reviewing Basic Needs applications.

Culver City, California · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS

Committee to approve revised 2026-2031 Homeless Plan and recommend adoption

The Advisory Committee on Housing and Homelessness will consider a presentation on the Pro Housing designation and SB‑79, approve the minutes from the June 16, 2026 meeting, and vote to approve the revised final draft of the 2026‑2031 Homeless Plan with a recommendation for City Council adoption. The meeting also…

Costa Mesa, California · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*

Costa Mesa Council to consider shelter agreement and equipment purchase

The City Council and Housing Authority will review a memorandum of understanding with the City of Irvine regarding shelter beds. The body is also considering the purchase of a new wheel loader and the acceptance of a citywide street rehabilitation project.

Branford, Connecticut · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter Commission

Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter Commission to review financial and shelter reports

The commission will meet to approve treasure and shelter reports, as well as the May 2026 minutes. The body will also discuss shelter happenings and fundraisers.

Oakland, California · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · * Concurrent Meeting of the Oakland Redevelopment Successor Agency and the City Council

Oakland Council to vote on Police Commission appointments and November election

The City Council and Redevelopment Successor Agency will consider the appointment of two Police Commissioners. The body will also decide on renewing several local emergency declarations and finalizing a municipal election for November 3, 2026.

Royse City, Texas · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · Miscellaneous

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee to discuss shelter status and improvements

The Royse City Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will discuss updates on shelter statistics, current status, areas for improvement, and upcoming development. The committee will also consider upcoming events and community outreach. Previous meeting minutes are set for approval.

Columbia, South Carolina · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · City Council

City Council to approve $949,022 security guard contract for homeless services

The council will adopt the agenda, approve minutes from recent meetings, and receive three proclamations. The consent agenda authorizes a series of professional‑services and procurement contracts for FY 2026‑2027. Key items include a $949,022 security guard services contract for the Homeless Services Department, a…

Orange, California · Mon Jul 20, 2026 · Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider updated homeless shelter and navigation center rules

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss amending the Orange Municipal Code. The proposed changes aim to update regulations for homeless shelters and establish rules for low barrier navigation centers to align with State law.

Bremerton, Washington · Mon Jul 20, 2026 · Planning Commission

Workshop on zoning amendment for temporary encampment at 1231 Sheridan Road

The Planning Commission will hold a public workshop on a zoning code amendment application by the Bremerton Housing Authority to expand eligibility for a temporary encampment permit to 1231 Sheridan Road. The proposal would amend BMC 20.46.090. No formal action will be taken; the commission will receive public…

Lakewood, Colorado · Mon Jul 20, 2026 · City Council

City Council study session includes discussions on homelessness and community services

The City Council will hold a virtual study session to discuss follow-up items regarding homelessness. The meeting also includes a review of community services survey results.

Jacksonville, Florida · Mon Jul 20, 2026 · Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee

Committee to consider ordinance prohibiting city funds for abortions

The Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee meets to discuss several ordinances, including a proposed ban on using city funds for abortions and related services. Other items include amendments to the Police and Fire Pension Board governance, a $3.6 million federal housing grant for…

Rosemead, California · Thu Jul 16, 2026 · Public Safety Commission Meeting

Public Safety Commission meets to review reports and hear public comment

The Rosemead Public Safety Commission will meet to approve minutes, receive staff reports on crime statistics and community services, and hear public comments on non-agenda items.

Rock County, Wisconsin · Thu Jul 16, 2026 · Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC)

CJCC to discuss grant support and workgroup updates

The Rock County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will meet to approve minutes, discuss a grant for treatment alternatives, and review updates from various workgroups.

Burleson, Texas · Thu Jul 16, 2026 · Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee to review shelter operations and outreach

The committee will review monthly shelter operation reports from February to May 2026. Members will also discuss the Mobile Adoption Trailer and migratory bird prevention efforts. The meeting includes summaries of community outreach and shelter fundraisers.

King County, Washington · Thu Jul 16, 2026 · Board of Health

Board discusses pet health rules, homelessness care, and gender-affirming care impacts.

The King County Board of Health will review several public health briefings rather than vote on policy. Staff and members will discuss zoonotic disease tracking for pet businesses, the regional homelessness continuum of care, and political impacts on gender-affirming care. The board will also outline recruitment plans…

Weslaco, Texas · Wed Jul 15, 2026 · General

Board will discuss partnership with PAAC for shelter animal sterilization

The Weslaco Animal Shelter Advisory Board will report on the status of proposed animal care ordinances. It will also discuss and provide an update on a proposed partnership with People Assisting Animal Control (PAAC) to provide sterilization services for city shelter animals. Public comments are limited to three…

Danbury, Connecticut · Wed Jul 15, 2026 · Boards of Awards

Board of Awards to review fire station architecture and housing services

The Board of Awards will meet to review several contracts and agreements. Items include professional services for the Engineering and Health & Human Services departments and a memorandum of understanding for shelter operations.

Gloucester County, New Jersey · Wed Jul 15, 2026 · Board of County Commissioners

County approves $1.6 million contract for four new EMS ambulances

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on the July bill list and a series of resolutions authorizing contracts and agreements for county services. Items include election‑support services, public‑health consulting, homeless‑service contracts, and equipment purchases for emergency response. The most costly approval…

San Marcos, Texas · Wed Jul 15, 2026 · Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

San Marcos committee reviews Kyle shelter updates and state animal laws

The San Marcos Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will review quarterly statistics and general shelter updates for the city system. Members are scheduled to discuss progress on a new Kyle animal shelter, review state laws covering shelters and rabies quarantine facilities, and plan the committee’s 2027 meeting schedule.

Seattle, Washington · Wed Jul 15, 2026 · Land Use and Sustainability Committee

City Council to hold public hearings on data center and encampment moratoriums

The Land Use and Sustainability Committee will hold public hearings on two proposed moratoriums and a bill clarifying council land use decision processes. The meeting will also include a briefing on the Director's Report.

Sugar Land, Texas · Wed Jul 15, 2026 · Animal Advisory Board

Animal Advisory Board to review staff updates and shelter progress

The Animal Advisory Board will meet to discuss staff updates, community outreach, and the fiscal use of donations. The board will also review canine behavioral cases and progress on a new shelter update.

Harlingen, Texas · Tue Jul 14, 2026 · General

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee to discuss shelter operations and approve minutes

The Harlingen Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will review and approve the minutes from its April 16, 2026 meeting. It will discuss matters related to the Harlingen Animal Shelter under Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 823. The meeting also includes public comments, a conflict‑of‑interest disclosure, and routine…

Adams County, Washington · Tue Jul 14, 2026 · Adams County Commissioners

Adams County Commissioners to adopt Homeless Housing Task Force bylaws

The Adams County Commissioners will meet to review payroll, vouchers, and task force bylaws. The board will also hold discussion sessions regarding Human Resources and Public Works.

Klamath County, Oregon · Tue Jul 14, 2026 · Board of Commissioners

Commissioners to consider emergency funding for Domestic Violence Shelter

The Board of Commissioners will hold an administrative meeting with several action items. They will consider a Non-Union COLA, emergency funding for a Domestic Violence Shelter, and a Letter of Support for Project Landing Pad. The board will also hear a continued request from the Ross Ragland Theater regarding an Art…

Rochester, Minnesota · Tue Jul 14, 2026 · City Council - Study Session

City Council study session covers audit, budget, and recreation financing

The City Council will review several presentation items including the 2025 year-end audit and a recommended supplemental budget for 2027. Discussions will also include indoor recreation financing options and an update on persons experiencing homelessness.