Homelessness

How do I report a homeless encampment?
In order to report a homeless encampment, please email the City’s Homeless Concerns Team at homelessconcerns@sanjoseca.gov. Be as explicit as possible when...
Mon, 14 Aug, 2023 at 8:58 PM
Highway 85 & Almaden Encampment: What is being done?
UPDATE AS OF 06/24/2021: CalTrans conducted a full abatement and cleanup of this encampment on May 17th. The site has been re-encamped.   The encampm...
Thu, 24 Jun, 2021 at 8:50 AM
What can we do about homelessness in San José?
We are facing a housing crisis in San José. The supply of available housing units is far outpaced by demand -- pushing prices up and forcing people out. Ov...
Fri, 11 Jun, 2021 at 2:13 PM
Why is the City not abating encampments?
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the City suspended abatements (also known as sweeps or removals) of homeless encampments, in accordance with CDC guidelines. ...
Fri, 30 Jul, 2021 at 11:42 AM