Specifications include, but are not limited to: support of the following key priorities: • Preventing homelessness – identifying at risk populations and targeting solutions that are sensitive to the special needs of those populations; increasing educational, skill building, and employment opportunities; and, identifying and addressing specific factors that contribute to homelessness. • Protecting persons experiencing homelessness – employing innovative, low barrier, person-centered, measurable, and high-quality services through the homeless response system of care; supporting the health, safety, and quality of life for persons experiencing homelessness; and reducing recidivism back into homelessness. • Promoting affordable housing solutions – addressing the inadequate supply of affordable housing units through creative, non-traditional, and sustainable housing solutions as well as equipping individuals and families with the tools to be successful at obtaining and maintaining housing. • Partnering to maximize resources – fostering a comprehensive, coordinated, system-led response that engages the community, encourages partnerships, and blends public and private funding focused on performance
