Poverty & Homelessness Board Executive Committee Meeting: September 17, 2026

The Lane County Poverty & Homelessness Board Executive Committee met on September 17, 2026, to discuss updates and ongoing efforts related to homelessness services and housing programs. Key procurement-related topics included the HUD Continuum of Care (CoC) application process, which was unexpectedly reinstated following a court stay, necessitating potential special meetings for approval and expedited county review. The committee also received detailed updates on the design and service provider selection for the new crisis stabilization center, highlighting its role in the behavioral health crisis continuum and collaboration with the city of Springfield on land annexation. Additionally, the Navigation Center's low-barrier shelter model and its critical role in serving highly vulnerable populations were reviewed, alongside discussions of funding challenges and program outcomes. The meeting covered the upcoming Eugene-Springfield HOME funding RFP, offering approximately $761,000 for new construction or nonprofit facility improvements, with a survey to gauge community interest informing program design. The board emphasized the importance of coordinated case management, prioritization of households with children for long-term rent assistance, and flexible funding programs administered by local agencies to prevent homelessness. No formal votes on contracts or budget allocations were recorded, but the meeting underscored ongoing procurement and funding activities critical to homelessness services in Lane County.