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Kittitas County 5-Year Homelessness Plan Executive Summary The Kitbtas County 2025-2030 Homeless Housing Plan provides a coordinated roadmap for addressing homelessness and housing instability over the next five years. Grounded in local data, community input, and best practices, the plan outlines shared goals and strategies to ensure that all residents of Kittitas County have access to housing that meets their needs,and the individualized support required to maintain stability. Homelessness is a complex challenge. It affects individuals,families, and entire communities.Addressing it requires clear priorities,collaboration, and a sustained commitment to measurable progress.This plan sets that direction. Key goals • Promote an equitable,transparent,and accountable homeless response system. • Strengthen the homeless service provider workforce. • Prevent episodes of homelessness whenever possible. • Prioritize assistance based on the greatest barriers to housing stability and risk of harm. • Seek to house everyone in a stable setting that meets their needs. Key priorities • Expand the supply of affordable and supportive housing. • Strengthen partnerships across sectors. • Improve access to behavioral health services. • Enhance prevention, diversion,and outreach efforts. • Build community awareness and foster public support. Current context The 2024 Point-in-Time Count identified 26 individuals experiencing homelessness in Kittitas County. Housing costs continue to rise faster than incomes, placing severe strain on low-income households.The Housing for All Planning Tool (HAPT) projects a need for approximately 1,351 new housing units over the next five years to meet demand, particularly for extremely low-and very low-income households. Moving forward Implementation of this plan will be guided by the Homeless and Affordable Housing Committee, with broad engagement from public, private,and nonprofit partners. Progress will be measured through data-driven outcomes, community feedback,and regular evaluation. Homelessness remains one of the most pressing challenges facing Kittitas County,but by working together,sustaining strong partnerships, and maintaining a shared focus on dignity, housing stability, and community well-being, meaningful progress is both possible and within reach.