HSSN Meeting Aug 5, 2026

The Washington County, Oregon HSSN meeting held on August 5, 2026, focused primarily on updates and opportunities related to homeless services and housing programs. Key procurement-related discussions included the announcement of a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the development of an access center in central Washington County. The county is seeking a partnership team comprising a property owner, operator, and construction entity to build and operate the center, with funding structured as a 30-year forgivable loan contingent on meeting operational terms. The application process emphasizes compliance with local zoning and safety guidelines, and prevailing wage requirements apply. Additionally, a Community Impact Grant offering $200,000 in total funding was announced to support nonprofit social service providers. The meeting also highlighted new contracts launched for homeless programs in the new fiscal year and introduced a free training program for housing service workers developed in partnership with Portland Community College. Attendees were encouraged to engage with ongoing funding opportunities and training resources to support housing stability and homelessness services in the region.