Shelter operator change from First to Serve to PATH
Long Beach
Summary
The city ended its contracts with First to Serve Inc. effective March 31 and signed a one-year deal with PATH to run the four city-owned shelters. An RFP process for permanent operators is coming, and one shelter (5950 Long Beach Blvd.) sits at only about 25% occupancy with a plan to fill rooms quickly.
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Last discussed Apr 1, 2026.
Impact analysis
The PATH contract is a single-year bridge; costs of the upcoming RFP-selected operators are not yet known.
Shelter residents get continuity of operations and a plan to fill vacant rooms.
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