Behavioral Health and 'Care First Jails Last' Funding
Summary
Community behavioral health providers face significant funding cuts due to Proposition 1 implementation, prompting the county to propose $45.7 million in bridge funding to prevent program closures.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 18, 2026.
Impact analysis
Requires $35 million in Measure W funds and $10.7 million in internal agency reallocations.
Individuals with severe mental illness, clients of community-based behavioral health programs, and vulnerable populations at risk of crisis.
Clients facing potential service disruptions and mental health providers facing staff layoffs or program closures.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Special Meeting - Jun 18, 2026
Numerous advocates and community members called on the board to prioritize mental health prevention funding, supportive housing, and board-and-care homes while shifting resources away from jail incarceration.
Regular Meeting - Jun 16, 2026
The county adopted its first BHSA integrated plan, establishing a $164.47 million budget for mental health and substance use programs while navigating state shifts away from prevention funding.
Special Meeting - May 19, 2026
Community behavioral health providers face significant funding cuts due to Proposition 1 implementation, prompting the county to propose $45.7 million in bridge funding to prevent program closures.
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