City Council Study Session | June 1, 2026

The City Council of Casa Grande held a study session on June 1, 2026, focusing on initiatives to support unsheltered individuals in the community. Key procurement-related discussions included the city's purchase of the Charity Tracker case management software to improve coordination among service providers. The council reviewed a proposed one-year pilot program for transitional housing using five hotel rooms, with Horizon Healthcare selected to administer the program through a memorandum of understanding. The city will fund hotel accommodations and is pursuing tribal grant funding to support homeless initiatives. The council noted that a formal contract approval for the hotel property, Boots and Saddle, exceeding $50,000, will be required in a future meeting. Additionally, the city is exploring expanded hydration and cooling stations to assist vulnerable populations during summer months. The session emphasized collaboration with nonprofit partners and outlined program eligibility and management details.