Preliminary results from Fresno's 2026 Point-in-Time count reveal 3,254 homeless individuals, but officials caution against direct comparisons to prior years due to a new survey-based methodology. - The count includes 1,619 unsheltered and 1,635 sheltered individuals.
- Mayor Jerry Dyer says encampments of 10+ people for 10+ days have been eliminated, but the problem persists. - The new method replaces visual counts with voluntary surveys, aiming for better accuracy.
- The data will serve as a new baseline once certified by HUD. The region is focusing on using the data to improve services and coordination among stakeholders.