About this episode

The episode discusses the elimination of 20 shelter spaces by Housing Matters due to budget issues and a new program launched by Monterey County to alleviate pressure on the 911 system.

Santa Cruz nonprofit Housing Matters will eliminate 20 shelter spaces starting this month in response to budget challenges. And, Monterey County launches a program to reduce strain on the emergency response system.

Topics covered

• housing
• shelter
• emergency response
• budget challenges
• nonprofit

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