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Daniel Lurie’s homeless reforms will finally deliver accountability

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San Franciscans are battle-weary — amid endless pushes for tax increases and demands for “compassion” by homelessness activists.

That’s why Mayor Daniel Lurie’s August 31 plan to require every homeless services provider contracting with the city to reapply and then be scrutinized is a breath of fresh air. It’s the first time in years City Hall has attached a price tag to the obvious.

San Francisco spends as a system that absorbs other people’s money and keeps a permanent caseload. It is a business model. The plan will not end homelessness. So is it enough change for us to cheer?

Lurie’s new plan mechanics are plain. For the next three years, the city’s Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing will open its contract portfolio back out to competition — about $500 million a year — with new contract requirements demanding success.

City Hall will pay for good results, and “redirect” money when a contract provider’s strategy fails. That could bring accountability.

Lurie’s plan rollout is phased over time so the city can’t be accused of cutting off clients cold........

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