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4/25/2026, 9:51:29 PM
Santa Clara County has a record number of more than 10,700 homeless people, according to a recent point-in-time count. Chronic homelessness has increased 21% since 2023, and more people are reporting being homeless for …
Homelessness
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Weekly summary for Saratoga
May 11, 2026 to May 17, 2026 • Updated May 12, 2026
This week in Saratoga, the most significant developments on homelessness stem from recent Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors meetings that impact the city. On March 17, the Board received an annual report from the Office of Supportive Housing covering Housing and Community Development programs, along with updates on Temporary Housing programs and the Supportive Housing System Dashboard. These reports provide insight into countywide efforts that include Saratoga.
Key points from the county-level activity relevant to Saratoga include:
- Continued monitoring and reporting on homelessness prevention and supportive housing programs.
- Discussion of agreements related to homelessness prevention services involving nearby cities, which may influence regional coordination.
- Recognition of a record high of over 10,700 homeless individuals in Santa Clara County, with chronic homelessness increasing by 21% since 2023.
What to watch: While no Saratoga-specific homelessness initiatives were on the immediate agenda, ongoing county reports and program updates will shape local strategies and resources affecting Saratoga residents.
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Agenda item: Possible action: a. Receive bi-monthly report relating to Supportive Housing System Dashboard. b. Receive semi-annual report relating to Temporary Housing programs. c. Receive semi-annual report relating to Homelessness Prevention programs. d. Receive semi-annual report relating to Reentry programs. e. Receive semi-annual report relating to Veteran programs.. Board of Supervisors — Public Safety & Justice Committee recently discussed this issue.
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Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors
2026-03-17
Possible action: a. Receive bi-monthly report relating to Supportive Housing System Dashboard. b. Receive semi-annual report relating to Temporary Housing programs. c. Receive semi-annual report relating to Homelessness Prevention programs. d. Receive semi-annual report relating to Reentry programs. e. Receive semi-annual report relating to Veteran programs
Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors
2026-03-11
5: Discuss and approve establishing a Work Plan Ad Hoc Committee, appoint Commissioners to serve on the Committee, and approve an end date
Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors
2026-03-11
4: Receive reports from the Department of Aging and Adult Services relating to Departmental updates
Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors
2026-03-11
7.a: Discuss Commissioners currently serving on committees
Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors
2026-03-11
7: the status of standing and ad hoc committees
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