FRESNO – Governor Gavin Newsom’s State Action for Facilitation on Encampments (SAFE) Task Force has announced the removal of homeless encampments on state property in San Diego and Fresno, connecting residents with medical services, housing, and other resources.
“Living in a dangerous and unsanitary encampment should never be someone’s only option and in California, we have built systems of care to provide people with safer, better choices,” Newsom said. “This week, our teams worked with our local partners in Fresno and San Diego to address homeless encampments on state property — and connect people with support and care. These ongoing efforts happening up and down the state demonstrate the power of partnership and how together we can address homelessness with urgency, compassion, and accountability — improving safety and quality of life for everyone.”
Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer credited collaboration with the state for helping thousands transition out of homelessness. “In Fresno, we take action to address homelessness with real results,” Dyer said. “Since launching Project Off-Ramp in 2021, we’ve helped over 10,000 people transition from encampments into shelter. Many have since moved into permanent housing. The state has also stepped up — helping clear encampments and install fencing and barriers to prevent people from returning. I want to thank the Governor’s Office, Caltrans, CHP, and the SAFE Task Force for recognizing how important this is to the safety and well-being of our community.”…