Summary
The city closed out $8.2 million in COVID-response funds used to buy and rehab two Valley Boulevard motels for homeless housing. The Budget Inn has been at 95% occupancy since 2023, with services paid by LA County — not El Monte taxpayers.
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Last discussed Mar 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
No new city money — the $8.2 million was federal/state grant funding, and ongoing services are paid by LA County.
Formerly homeless residents now housed at the two Valley Boulevard properties, and city taxpayers who aren't footing the service bill.
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