October 27th, 2025

LOS ANGELES, CA — Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath announced today that she has directed the termination of the proposed Ocean Avenue interim housing projects in the City of Santa Monica and is calling on the Department of Mental Health (DMH), St. Joseph Center, and the City of Santa Monica to work together to identify alternative locations for these urgently needed services. This action underscores Supervisor Horvath’s commitment to transparency and accountability in County-led housing and mental health initiatives.

Supervisor Horvath shared:

“When a project moves forward without community awareness, it erodes trust. In this case, that trust has been broken, and the community is right to be frustrated. That’s why I have directed the termination of the Ocean Avenue projects and directed DMH to work with St. Joseph Center and the City of Santa Monica to identify alternative sites that meet community needs.

The lack of transparency and coordination in this process is unacceptable. It’s exactly why I directed the County to unify all homelessness and behavioral health housing programs under one coordinated department — to ensure clear leadership, consistent communication, and accountability as we address our homelessness crisis.

The need for mental health and housing resources remains urgent. We must all work together to deliver the solutions we need.”

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