City officials told the Baldwin Park City Council on Oct. 1 that staff secured approximately $916,000 in gap funding for two programs identified in the meeting as "Serenity" and "Esperanza." The funds, combined with about $330,000 received the previous year, were described as covering roughly 12 months of operations.

"I'm very proud to share that staff secured over $900,000 for the gap funding for Serenity and Esperanza," said City manager Manny during council comments. He credited Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda Solis (referred to as Supervisor Solis in the meeting) for support and asked the council to send a thank-you letter.

Council members said the contributions help keep services open amid uncertain future funding. The transcript does not provide program descriptions, eligibility, or precise funding sources beyond the council's acknowledgment of Supervisor Solis's support.

Council members agreed to prepare a letter of appreciation to the supervisor.