Encampments & Homelessness

Encampment removals, shelter capacity, KCRHA contracts, outreach, and city response to unsheltered homelessness

Meeting history

1. July 15, 2026
   Land Use and Sustainability Committee Meeting — July 15, 202690%

   The committee held a public hearing on the Transitional Encampment Expansion (Council Bill 121195 / Ordinance 127436), allowing residents and stakeholders to comment on plans for expanding encampment services. No vote was taken on the item; it was simply heard and recorded as part of the agenda. The discussion focused on how to better serve unsheltered homeless populations and maintain public safety, but the committee deferred any decision to a future meeting.

2. June 29, 2026
   Council Briefing Meeting — June 29, 202680%

   Council members discussed homelessness and encampments, noting the KCRHA governing committee’s corrective action plan and the need to expand shelter capacity. No formal motions were adopted or votes taken during the briefing, but staff was urged to continue outreach and prepare for upcoming committee reviews of shelter services.