“251 individuals are experiencing homelessness in Antioch”

During their meeting on Tuesday night, Oct. 27, 2026, the Antioch City Council unanimously approved the following proclamation:

WHEREAS, November is recognized nationally as Homelessness Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness of homelessness, recognize the experiences and challenges faced by adults, youth, young adults and families experiencing housing instability, and reaffirm our shared commitment to preventing and ending homelessness, and to mobilize community-wide efforts toward lasting solutions; and

WHEREAS, according to the 2026 Point-In-Time Count, an estimated 2,260 individuals are experiencing homelessness on a given night in Contra Costa County, and 251 individuals are experiencing homelessness in Antioch; and

WHEREAS, since 2020, Contra Costa County has seen an 79% increase in households with minor children, a 69% increase in seniors aged 65+, and a 53% increase in Transition Aged Youth (ages 18–24) accessing homeless services, and in 2026 in Contra Costa County, there were only 4,427 temporary and permanent housing beds for persons experiencing homelessness, a stark shortfall compared to the scale of need across our communities, and;

WHEREAS, the City of Antioch recognizes that every person deserves dignity, compassion, and the opportunity to live in safe, stable, and affordable housing, and that addressing homelessness requires collaboration, prevention, community engagement, and access to supportive services; and

WHEREAS, the City of Antioch recognizes the important contributions of local service providers, nonprofit organizations, volunteers, faith-based organizations, community partners, and residents who work to support individuals experiencing homelessness and strengthen our community; and

WHEREAS, the City of Antioch encourages residents, businesses, community organizations, and public agencies to increase awareness, promote understanding, challenge stigma, and work collaboratively to identify solutions that prevent homelessness, and expand access to housing and improve the well-being of all members of our community; and

NOW, THEREFORE, I, RON BERNAL, Mayor of the City of Antioch, hereby proclaim November 2026 as HOMELESSNESS AWARENESS MONTH in the City of Antioch and encourage all residents to join in raising awareness, fostering compassion, supporting local efforts, and working together to prevent and end homelessness in our community.

OCTOBER 27, 2026

RON BERNAL, Mayor

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