California Awards Communities Nearly $200 Million to Address Homeless Camps

The money will support 20 projects in 17 cities. Los Angeles County will receive by far the largest sum: $51.5 million.

A homeless encampment near Larchmont Charter School in Los Angeles. Keith Johnson

California Gov. Gavin Newsom welcomed county and city leaders from across the state to a virtual press conference April 18 to announce a new round of funding for projects aimed at reducing homeless encampments.

“This new funding will get people out of tents and into housing across California,” Mr. Newsom said. “As the state provides unprecedented resources like this, we also expect accountability. Local governments must ensure this funding is being utilized on the ground.”