California Homekey 2 Grant

Arcata House Partnership received the following announcement of an award of California Homekey 2 grant money for purchase and renovation of the Days Inn in Valley West, Arcata, April 13, 2022:

The City of Arcata will receive $14.1 million for a 60-unit motel acquisition permanent supportive housing project. The property is located less than one block from public transportation, and AHP has a fleet of vehicles that include minivans and wheelchair accessible vehicles that will be available for use. On-site supportive services will include daily case management, education and employment services, budgeting, community involvement, housing retention, family connection, and applications for benefits. Off-site amenities include a bus stop, a medical and dental office, and a strip mall which includes a grocery store, several restaurants and retail stores.

Read more about the project in this article in the Times-Standard.