Eviction prevention and housing crisis 'bundling' of funds
Summary
The state put $40 million into the Family Homeless Prevention Assistance Program for emergency rental assistance, and Ramsey County expects about $5.6 million of it. The catch: the housing stability department has to spend it by the end of the year.
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Last discussed Aug 27, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $5.6 million flowing to Ramsey County, to be spent by year's end.
Renters facing eviction or housing instability in Ramsey County.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Budget Committee of the Whole — August 27, 2026
The county is adding $2 million in LAHA funding for eviction court prevention in 2027, plus a $5 million FHPAP investment. Staff are combining multiple funding sources to keep families housed, but rising rents mean one program's max benefit often isn't enough.
Board of Commissioners — August 4, 2026
The state more than doubled the county's homelessness-prevention grant to $5.28 million, mostly for eviction prevention — but the legislature wants it spent by year's end. Staff described a 'no-wrong-door' access model and plans to centralize entry points.
Board Workshop / Discussion — May 26, 2026
The state put $40 million into the Family Homeless Prevention Assistance Program for emergency rental assistance, and Ramsey County expects about $5.6 million of it. The catch: the housing stability department has to spend it by the end of the year.
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