Legislation Details

File #: 26-1201    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Recommendation Status: Work Session
File created: 9/22/2026 In control: Community and Family Services Department
On agenda: 10/13/2026 Final action:
Title: Homelessness Strategies Update. (Mental Health and Homelessness Division)
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Interoffice Memorandum

 

DATE: September 22, 2026

 

TO: Mayor Jerry L. Demings and County Commissioners

 

THROUGH: Venerria L. Thomas, Director

 

FROM: Lisa Klier-Graham, Manager

 

CONTACT: Lisa Klier-Graham

 

PHONE: (407) 836-3187

 

DIVISION: Mental Health and Homelessness Division

 

ACTION REQUESTED:

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Homelessness Strategies Update. (Mental Health and Homelessness Division)

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PURPOSE: The issue of homelessness in Florida, specifically Central Florida, has been exacerbated by significant rent increases, making housing unaffordable for many individuals and families. Accordingly, there is a need to revisit this important topic and provide an opportunity for meaningful discussion focused on current facts and innovative strategies on how to improve the situation.

At this board session, Mental Health and Homelessness Division staff will update the  Board on the County Encampment Ordinance, the 2026 Point in Time Count, and newly implemented Orange County funded projects to assist unhoused individuals in our community. 

This item is for informational purposes only; no action is required.

 

 

BUDGET: N/A