Support system wide improvement to data collection measures, collaboration on funding opportunities, and implementation of the County-CoC joint strategic plan

Q1 updates:

• Homeless Action Plan was created in collaboration with County and CoC and outlines shared goals and priorities through 2024.  The Plan identifies disparities and measurable goals to address disparities among subpopulations found through HMIS and the coordinated entry system.  The plan was accepted by the state.
• Built for Zero reports are available through the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and ClearPoint graphs are available for reporting. A reporting mechanism as a function of the CoC is in consideration.
• The 2023 PIT count was conducted, and preliminary numbers were released by Homeless Resource Council of the Sierras (HRCS).
• An executive director for the CoC was hired. 
• Data quality standards are implemented into all service provider and data provider contracts. Achieved quality By-Name data and can track Built for Zero metrics.
• The Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) subcommittee is actively working to address recommendations outlined in the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) technical assistance for improvements to the coordinated entry system. The CoC score given by HUD score has increased but is still slightly below median.  The score affects the CoC's ability to compete for federal funding. HRCS implemented a method of engaging service providers on the application questionnaire.