The Marin County Board of Supervisors convened on May 20, 2025, to address pressing issues surrounding homelessness prevention and housing affordability in the community. The meeting featured public comments highlighting the urgent need for effective strategies to support vulnerable populations, particularly transitional age youth and older single women facing housing instability.

Susan Sadowski, a community member, emphasized the challenges faced by individuals who are being priced out of their homes. She pointed out that many residents, often referred to as the "missing middle," do not qualify for social services despite being at risk of homelessness due to rising living costs. Sadowski urged the board to explore rent subsidy programs from other jurisdictions to better assist those in need.

Erin Hawkins from Community Action Marin echoed these sentiments, commending the board for recognizing the importance of homelessness prevention. She noted the positive outcomes from previous funding initiatives, such as the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP), which helped keep families from falling into homelessness. Hawkins expressed a willingness to collaborate with the county on future planning and implementation of homelessness prevention strategies.

The meeting concluded with no further public comments, leaving the board to consider the insights shared by community members as they work towards addressing the housing crisis in Marin County. The discussions underscored a collective commitment to finding innovative solutions to prevent homelessness and support those at risk in the community.