Extreme Weather Shelter 25/26 Season Report

Summary

The Fort Bragg Police Department operated the City's Extreme Weather Shelter (EWS) during the 2025-2026 winter season, providing emergency shelter to unhoused individuals during extreme weather events. The EWS was open for 39 nights and housed 71 unique individuals, with a total of 233 hotel rooms issued. The report highlights the successful implementation of community volunteers to assist with processing intakes and the continued utilization of available programs to connect individuals with stable support systems. The EWS was funded through the Mendocino County and State of California Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) grant.

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Subject

Extreme Weather Shelter 25/26 Season Report

Summary

The Fort Bragg Police Department operated the City's Extreme Weather Shelter (EWS) during the 2025-2026 winter season, providing emergency shelter to unhoused individuals during extreme weather events. The EWS was open for 39 nights and housed 71 unique individuals, with a total of 233 hotel rooms issued. The report highlights the successful implementation of community volunteers to assist with processing intakes and the continued utilization of available programs to connect individuals with stable support systems. The EWS was funded through the Mendocino County and State of California Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) grant.

Report Date

2026-04-27

Report Type

annual

Report Title

Extreme Weather Shelter 25/26 Season Report

Authoring Body

Fort Bragg Police Department

Reporting Period

2025-11-01 to 2026-03-31