HSSN Meeting November 4, 2026

The Washington County, Oregon HSSN meeting on November 4, 2026, included updates on homeless-services projects, funding, emergency preparedness, and provider training. The Next Step pod shelter had its grand opening but was still in final construction, with participants expected to move in during December. A 16-unit transitional housing project in Forest Grove was expected to open at the end of November, and the 85-unit Sunrise Hope Center was on track for spring. Staff said additional Department of Housing Services RFPs are expected to be released in winter and spring, with notices available through the county’s OpenGov portal. No RFP awards or procurement votes were reported.

Staff also said approximately $20 million in year-end fund balance would be presented to the Board the following Tuesday, with nine recommendations for short- and long-term programming and capital infrastructure; these were recommendations pending Board consideration, not approved allocations. An attendee announced that the city would accept nonprofit CDBG applications from December 2 through January 21 for funding in plan year 2027, following a mandatory December 2 workshop. The meeting also covered emergency planning resources and upcoming provider trainings. No motions or votes were reported.