MOU Between the City of Huntington Beach and City of Newport Beach Regarding the Huntington Beach Navigation Center June 16, 2026
Partnership Overview
The City of Newport Beach and City of Huntington Beach wish to form a collaborative homeless response partnership.
Access to 10 reserved beds at the Huntington Beach Navigation Center (7 male / 3 female).
Beds include housing navigation, case management, meals, shelter operations, referrals, and supportive services.
Newport Beach may utilize additional beds at a per diem rate based on availability.
The partnership supports a regional approach to homelessness and coordinated service delivery.
Outreach and Operational Structure
Newport Beach will fully fund a part-time Outreach Case Manager position.
Case Manager will provide shelter referrals, resource coordination, and housing-focused engagement. 15 hours/week dedicated to Newport Beach field work and 5 hours/week for administrative coordination and follow-up.
Newport Beach will fund outreach vehicle costs, including vehicle preparation, supplies, insurance, technology, and operating expenses.
Huntington Beach will retain operational oversight of the Navigation Center and shelter services.
Financial and Terms Agreement
Annual revenue to Huntington Beach: up to $538,200.
10 reserved HBNC beds: $480,000 annually.
Part-time outreach case management services: $31,200 annually.
Vehicle and operating costs funded by Newport Beach, including one-time vehicle preparation fee. 1-year agreement term with 2 optional extensions, annual 3% CPI adjustments beginning in Year 2.