Clark County Council Approves 2025–2030 Local Homeless Housing Plan
On November 18, 2025, following a public hearing, the Clark County Council officially adopted the 2025–2030 Local Homeless Housing Plan (LHHP). This five-year plan outlines a strategic, community-driven roadmap to reduce homelessness and improve housing stability across Clark County.
Developed in partnership with Council for the Homeless, Clark County Community Services, ECOnorthwest, and a diverse group of stakeholders including individuals with lived experience, the LHHP identifies local needs, assesses system capacity, and sets clear priorities for action. The plan aligns with Washington State Department of Commerce requirements while addressing Clark County’s unique challenges and opportunities.
What the Plan Represents
The LHHP is a comprehensive strategy to:
- Strengthen the homeless service provider workforce
- Prioritize assistance for those at greatest risk
- Expand access to stable and appropriate housing
- Promote equity, transparency, and accountability
- Prevent homelessness through upstream solutions
- Address systemic barriers to housing stability
- Increase accessibility of services for all communities
The plan includes actionable strategies across these objectives, with a strong emphasis on equity, trauma-informed care, and cross-sector collaboration. It also responds to rising housing costs, increasing homelessness among seniors, and the need for more affordable housing units.
Next Steps
Clark County will submit annual progress reports to the Washington State Department of Commerce and continue working with community partners to implement the plan’s strategies. The LHHP is a living document, designed to adapt to changing conditions and ensure that every Clark County resident has access to safe, stable housing.
Timeline of Clark County's Local Homeless Housing Plan
Dates | Description |
|---|---|
| February-April 2025 | Gathering data through community outreach and the LHHP Steering Committee. |
| May-July 2025 | Research and reflect upon innovative ways to make actionable steps that are inclusive of State, County and City priorities. |
| August 2025 | Development of the LHHP draft which adheres to guidelines from Commerce. |
| October 2025 | Final draft presented to Clark County Council for feedback and endorsement. |
| November 2025 | Approval and adoption of the LHHP by Clark County Council. |
| December 2025 | Adopted LHHP will be submitted to Commerce for review. |
Local Homeless Housing Plan Steering Committee
The LHHP Steering Committee is a collaborative body responsible for guiding the implementation and oversight of the Local Homeless Housing Plan in Clark County. Comprised of key stakeholders, including local government representatives, service providers, individuals with lived experience, and community partners, the committee ensures strategic alignment, monitors progress, and advises on policy and funding priorities to address homelessness effectively.
Met committee groups: Lived experience, By/For, ES operators, DV housing providers, Outreach, Rental subsidy, PSH providers, Behavioral health administrative service organization or managed care, Coordinated entry staff
Not met groups: None.
Name | Title/Designation |
|---|---|
| Amy Reynolds | Share Vancouver- Executive Director |
| Angela Jenkins | NAACP Secretary |
| Beth Landry | YWCA- Vice President of Domestic Violence Programs |
| Calvin Chastang | Continuum of Care Committee Member and Lived Experience Representative |
| Diana Avalos Leos | Latino Leadership NW- Founder and Director |
| Glen Yung | Clark County Councilor |
| Jamie Spinelli | City of Vancouver- Homeless Response Manager |
| Johanna Inoke | Pacific Islander Association (PICAWA)- SW WA Site Manager |
| Nichole Peppers | SWACH- Executive Director |
| Scott Conger | Janus Youth- Program Director |
| Sunny Wonder | Council for the Homeless- Chief Operating Officer |
| Ty Stober | Vancouver City Councilor |
| Victoria Ferrer | Battle Ground City Councilor |
Community Communications
Notice of Public Hearing- The notice was posted on social media and distributed broadly, with good faith efforts to ensure that people with lived experience of homelessness and housing instability were informed.