Gavin Newsom Gaslighting California Again with Homeless Encampment Plan
Gavin Newsom’s record on homelessness in California is dismal
By Katy Grimes, May 13, 2025 12:47 pm
California Governor Gavin Newsom is gaslighting Californians again, as he issued another ordinance on homeless encampments on Monday, requiring cities to remove homeless encampments in a “humane” way.
As I noted on X, “This is rich coming from @GavinNewsom who spent $24+ billion growing California’s homeless population, along with unaccountable & inexplicable new non-profits catering to… the homeless.”
Gavin Newsom announced during his Covid lockdowns that he would release 76,000 prison inmates, spent $37 billion to subsidize homelessness, and effectively legalized meth & fentanyl but insists local governments caused the 24% increase in homelessness and the rise in violent crime to 31% above the national average, Michael Shellenberger posted on X.
Shellenberger added, “Local governments, not Gov. Gavin Newsom, increased homelessness in California to its all-time high, he says. Nonsense. As SF mayor, he enabled addiction, crime & homelessness. As governor, he spent $37B to increase it by 24%, and raise violent crime to 31% over national average.”
The bottom line is that Gavin Newsom’s record on homelessness in California is dismal.
This latest “ordinance” by the Governor is deja vu all over again. In June 2024 the Globe reported on the U.S. Supreme Court ruling that local government ordinances with civil and criminal penalties for camping on public land does not violate the eighth amendment protections from cruel and unusual punishments, clearing the way for cities to more easily ban homeless encampments and more easily introduce punishments against those in encampments.
“While Newsom didn’t make many moves on encampment teardowns early on, he softened this attitude in recent years, especially since the Grants Pass ruling in the Supreme Court last year,” the Globe reported Monday. “This included allowing encampment removals from state lands, as well as essentially giving the green light for city-wide encampment ordinances to go fully into effect.”
Gov. Newsom recently attacked Turlock Mayor Amy Bublak very publicly, the Globe reported:
Governor Tone Deaf claimed that “California has invested billions to combat homelessness,” as he accused the Turlock Mayor of “a ridiculous lack of local leadership — an absolute moral failure,” over the decision not to facilitate a grant to a local homeless shelter, We Care.
“We Care” is very top-heavy, spending more than half of the entire budget on salaries and administrative costs, a very high ratio of salaries to revenue for a non-profit, the Globe reported. It appears We Care relies entirely on government grants, spends more than half of that on salaries, benefits, contract work and grant writing.
Mayor Bublak told the Globe that when the Turlock City Council was recently asked to support a $267,000 grant application for We Care, they also had serious concerns about the non-profit’s budget: over 40% of We Care’s budget is spent on administrative costs – far above the national nonprofit standard of 10–15%.
In an op-ed with the Turlock Journal, Mayor Bublak went into more detail:
Additionally, by their own reports, We Care provides overnight shelter and meals up to 59 men each evening. Yet more than one-third of those they serve are not Turlock residents. Since services are only available during evening hours, homeless individuals are left without access to bathrooms or resources for most of the day. This has created legitimate concerns from local businesses and nearby residents regarding public urination, defecation, and loitering—issues that negatively affect commerce and public health.
It makes little sense to have a program in which the 59 participants can only stay at night and must move during the day. Where do they go? The local park? Hang out at a local restaurant? Where can they address their personal needs?
In response, the Council majority requested a simple, reasonable condition: that We Care expand access to bathroom facilities 24 hours a day. In exchange, the Council would provide the required $1 contribution and a support letter for the grant. Despite multiple discussions where We Care appeared amenable to this condition, they refused to make the commitment. Instead, they chose to attend two Council meetings and publicly attack the Council majority, believing public pressure and threats would override thoughtful decision-making.
For her concern, Mayor Bublak was again attacked by Gov. Newsom, this time in a letter, in which he lectured her:
“Last month, the City Council took a vote on providing $1 to support Stanislaus County’s use of state funding to operate the We Care shelter, the only low-barrier, publicly accessible emergency shelter in Turlock. The moment called for local leadership and a willingness to protect vulnerable residents. Instead, the City voted to refuse that $1 and to rebuff the County’s request for partnership. The We Care shelter is now on the brink of closure due to lack of local support.
The City cannot ignore its obligation to support its most vulnerable populations.
I write to request that the City explain whether or not it will take action to support ongoing operation of the We Care shelter, and if not, to inform the State what alternative actions it will take to address the needs of people experiencing homelessness in its community by May 30, 2025. It is imperative that the City reconsider its priorities and demonstrate the kind of collaborative, accountable, and solution-oriented leadership this crisis demands. Enough. Do your job.”
As Bublak said in her op-ed, “It is especially ironic that Governor Newsom criticized our decision, even as his administration continues to funnel billions into homeless programs with minimal oversight or measurable results. Simply throwing money at a problem—without reform, accountability, or strategic changes—does not work.”
That Governor Newsom is attacking the Turlock Mayor is a head scratcher, however, he’s gone after Mayors before… remember his beef over affordable housing with Huntington Beach and Malibu? Remember when as one of his first acts as governor, in 2019, Gov. Newsom sued the Orange County city of Huntington Beach for failing to provide enough additional “affordable housing,” while his own home county of Marin enjoyed a moratorium on affordable housing building requirements until 2028, the Globe reported.
Mayor Bublak told the Globe that during his Covid lockdown, Gov. Newsom sent busloads of prisoners sick with Covid to a Turlock hotel. Mayor Bublak also noted that Turlock was the first city during Covid to move all homeless encampments, as she said it was a health and safety issue. “There were rats everywhere,” she said.
Mayor Bublak concluded:
“Does it make sense to keep funding more money to the same leaders and institutions who have repeatedly proven to be inept at addressing the housing crisis? This is a state emergency, but one that has had the state’s attention for years. It’s time for the State powers to find real solutions, instead of pointing fingers and criticizing others for not going along with the ineffective status quo.
We thank the overwhelming majority of Turlock residents who have expressed their support for our decision. Our community deserves solutions that are effective, responsible, and focused on the long-term well-being of our city.”
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Now find out how many dollars were round-tripped back to the “First Partner”/Weinstein-trollop’s “movie production” studio to advertise the “success” of “We Care”…
Now we have a better understanding of where the ability to service the debt on the new $9M mansion that the Newsom’s now occupy…or who else is paying for that via their LLC???
“First partner”, for either, defies logic.
Surprise! Not. Poli-Sci 101 always shift the blame and the responsibility away from yourself.
What happened to the aviators and the open shirt?
Is here trying to look east coast?
Fools Gold, now available on Amazon, maybe the CaGOP will read it and use the information in a campaign!
I can dream can’t I?
I thought Gavin loved homeless folk so much, he was willing to clean up their sites, in front of the lens, so they could return and build back better?
Just like all all his silly hair brained, System 1, ideas.
Compare: Duel Process Theory.
First he was all in on the homeless industrial complex. Now he is against it? Nope, he is just spinning it at a slightly different angle to further profit on the misery of the victims of his evil policies.
Newsom is all about Newsom. There is no other conceivable scenario for him.
Trump should now issue an Executive Order banning homeless encampments. Then Newscum will have to retract his ban as part of his “Trump Proof California”, and Newscum and Lady Bonta will have to take Trump to Court.
Mayor Bublak of Turlock speaks truth.
Finally, a Mayor tells him to screw off! She and her city council did their due deligence.
Stay strong Turlock!
Strange is it not that many of these housing first partners are one way or another connected to Hollywood (Shangri La Productions, Getty board members…) ?
Now we find out his second wife’s production company promoted, We Care.
Newsolini and his wife are just grotesque. They have their eye on the big prize, The White House! They will make the Biden Crime family look like amateurs if God forbid they make it there!
He now states it is inhumane to leave these people on the streets!
We all know Newsolini does not give a sh*t about the mental stability or drug use of those living on the streets.
Katy has the receipts, she has done an impeccable job, documenting Newsom’s grift and the Homeless Industrial Complex!
I imagine all his small town Democrat mayors are not going to take kindly to Newsom’s new strategy of hanging them out to dry! Blaming them for his failure!
Newsom owns this! He used a big carrot to lure these idiot mayors to go along with the Housing First program! They fell for it, took the money and have nothing to show for it! They now do not even support from their failed democrat, fraudulent, poser of a Governor!
Many Mayors and city councils sold their residents down the river to be part of the 37 BILLION DOLLAR GRIFT!
The Mayor and City Council of Turlock have exposed that the Gaslighting mayor and he has no clothes on!
We really do need a federal investigation into what could be the greatest crime committed by a Governor and his supermajority legislative branch.
*meant to write, Gaslighting Governor!
….And wouldn’t you know it, One Fed Up Cali Girl? Mayor Bublak, unlike Governor Newscum, appears to be a fiscal CONSERVATIVE. It explains everything about Newscum’s push back against her….Turlock with a population of 72,000 has a balanced budget (just like Huntington Beach)!
Per GROK3:
The City of Turlock, California, has made significant efforts to achieve and maintain a balanced budget in recent years, though its financial situation has experienced fluctuations. A balanced budget, as defined by the City of Turlock, requires that budgeted expenditures be equal to or less than projected revenues for the fiscal year.
Recent Budget Status:
Fiscal Year 2019-20: The Turlock City Council unanimously adopted a balanced budget, eliminating deficit spending that had been common in prior years. This involved tough decisions, such as not filling 19 vacant city employee positions and closing one of the city’s four fire stations for one-third to one-half of the time to address financial constraints. The general fund budget was approximately $40 million, with reserves at critically low levels ($2.4 million, well below the $6.5 million required by Turlock’s Municipal Code and the $7.1 million recommended by the International City/County Management Association).
Fiscal Year 2021-22: The City adopted a budget described as a “living document” with a 3-2 vote, benefiting from new revenue streams, including an estimated $11 million in additional revenue compared to the previous year and $1.5 million in cannabis revenue. This allowed the reinstatement of some services, though 35 unstaffed positions had been frozen in prior years to achieve balance. The budget also allocated funds to rebuild reserves and address infrastructure needs.Fiscal Year 2023-24: By the mid-year budget review in February 2023, Turlock’s General Fund Reserve had grown significantly, from $9.85 million in 2018 to $19.19 million in 2022, with a net gain of $960,398 in the General Fund. Finance Director Isaac Moreno noted that the reserve was “higher than it should be,” suggesting funds could be redirected to meet obligations like infrastructure or public safety. The city also benefited from $6.6 million in unspent American Rescue Plan Act funding, $1.99 million in Measure A funds (a citywide sales tax), and $429,000 in cannabis revenue.Fiscal Year 2024-25: The City Council approved a “status quo” budget of $62.48 million for the General Fund, reflecting a reorganization of departments like Public Works into Municipal Services. The budget was adopted with a 4-1 vote, with concerns raised about the use of Measure A funds and the lack of funding for employee reclassifications. The General Fund was described as “healthy,” with ongoing monitoring to maintain fiscal stability.
Key Factors and Context:
Revenue Sources: Turlock’s budget relies heavily on its General Fund, which primarily funds public safety (police and fire services, accounting for about 75% of the fund), parks, recreation, and administration. Additional revenue from Measure A (a sales tax approved in 2020) and cannabis business fees have bolstered recent budgets.
Fiscal Challenges: Prior to 2019, Turlock faced financial difficulties, with reserves dropping from $14.9 million in 2013-14 to $6 million by July 2019 due to overspending, particularly on public safety staffing and wage increases. The city has since prioritized rebuilding reserves and avoiding deficit spending.Leadership and Policy: Mayor Amy Bublak and Vice Mayor Rebecka Monez have emphasized fiscal responsibility and transparent budgeting processes. The city’s budget process involves community input, a Budget Subcommittee review, and workshops to ensure alignment with community needs and efficient resource allocation.
Current Assessment:
As of the most recent data (Fiscal Year 2024-25), Turlock’s budget appears balanced, with a healthy General Fund and reserves significantly above prior lows. The city has addressed past deficit spending through measures like position freezes, service reductions, and leveraging new revenue streams like Measure A and cannabis taxes. However, debates continue over the allocation of funds, particularly Measure A, and some council members and residents have expressed concerns about prioritizing public safety and infrastructure over other expenditures.
Conclusion:
Yes, Turlock, California, currently operates with a balanced budget, as evidenced by the 2024-25 fiscal year approval and a robust General Fund Reserve. However, maintaining this balance requires ongoing vigilance, as past financial challenges and fluctuating revenues (e.g., reliance on temporary federal funds) highlight the need for sustainable fiscal policies. For the most current details, you can contact Turlock’s Finance Services at (209) 668-6072 or imoreno@turlock.ca.us, or review budget documents on the city’s website (www.cityofturlock.org).[](https://www.cityofturlock.org/cityfinancesbudget/wherethemoneygoesto/)[](https://www.cityofturlock.org/cityfinancesbudget/
Thank you for all the research you have done, Raymond!
Yes, it makes all the sense in the world!
Mayor Bublak is a good steward of her citizens tax dollars.
Great summary, One Fed Up Cali Girl!
Thank you☺️
There isn’t a homeless shelter in the wealthy Marin County town of Kentfield where Gov. Gavin “Hair-gel Hitler” Newsom and his Weinstein trollop wife Jennifer Siebel Newsom own a walled and gated mansion valued at over $9 million dollars.
If Newsom thinks that the town of Turlock should fund a homeless shelter, then so should the town of Kentfield? It’s only equitable?
The Newsom’s along with their wealthy Democrat neighbors should fund a homeless shelter in Kentfield?
(https://sfstandard.com/2024/11/15/gavin-newsom-buys-marin-mansion/)
Exactly right, TJ, you tell ’em.
But of course Gavin would rather stick needles in his eyes than shelter homeless in Marin
Exactly TJ but we all know he is disingenuous.
Also a bully!