(08:20) Monterey & San Benito Counties – Volunteers across the central coast took part in the “point in time” homeless count yesterday (Wednesday). The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development requires a homeless count to be taken every other year in order to compete for federal funding. This year, Monterey and San Benito counties are receiving more than $2 million dollars in federal funding for homeless services. The count also helps local authorities determine what services are needed. The results from the census are expected to be released in May or June.
