El Monte motel project under California Homekey remains incomplete despite millions in public funds

Housing Project in El Monte Struggles to Complete Renovation A state-backed initiative aimed at converting a troubled Southern California motel into accommodation for the homeless has turned into a significant financial drain. Millions in taxpayer money have been spent, yet the project remains incomplete nearly six years after it started. Residents living next to the […]
New report reveals oversight issues in Gavin Newsom’s Homekey program

California’s HomeKey Program Faces Major Challenges California Governor Gavin Newsom has often highlighted HomeKey as a significant effort by his administration to tackle the state’s severe homelessness and housing issues. However, a troubling report released by CalMatters reveals that the $3.8 billion initiative, which began in 2020, suffers from insufficient oversight and a backlog of […]