Turlock, California – Tensions are mounting in Turlock as city officials and the leadership of local homeless shelter We Care clash over a decision that could jeopardize more than $260,000 in state funding — and potentially shut the shelter down.
Earlier this month, the Turlock City Council voted against issuing a simple letter of support and allocating a symbolic $1 required for We Care to qualify for a critical state grant. Without the city’s backing, the shelter cannot access the funds essential to continue operations.
“Not receiving this funding could shut down our shelter,” said Corey Mai, a We Care staff member. “Receiving this grant is contingent on us receiving a letter of support from the City of Turlock.”…