Long Beach Fires Homeless Service Provider, Switches to PATH
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Long Beach Terminates Contract with First to Serve, Switches to PATH for Homeless Shelter Operations
Long Beach has terminated its contract with First to Serve, a nonprofit managing 423 out of the citys 500 homeless shelter beds. This decision came after an audit of $69 million spent on homeless services over the last five years, revealing potential mismanagement. The city switched operations to PATH, a Los Angeles-based group, following the audits findings.
The audit, led by City Auditor Laura Doud, uncovered issues with First to Serves reimbursement documents, leading to withheld payments and an investigation. The city is considering criminal or civil charges against the nonprofit. City leaders deny claims of mismanagement, stating the switch is due to past administrative documents and weekly checks on shelter beds and files.
PATH now manages four shelter sites, and the city will issue bids for long-term operators in the coming months. A new tracking system and stricter oversight have been implemented to prevent future issues. This move emphasizes Long Beachs commitment to accountability in its homeless programs, ensuring real results for those in need.
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