--- title: Marin Newsletter February 2026 --- [ 415.429.1400 ](tel:415.429.1400) [marin@bitfocus.com ](mailto:marin@bitfocus.com) ** { ### Search [![MaringLogo](https://marin.bitfocus.com/hubfs/MaringLogo.png "MaringLogo")](https://www.marinhhs.org/homelessness-marin) - [Home](https://marin.bitfocus.com) - About Us - [About HMIS](https://marin.bitfocus.com/about-hmis) - [About Clarity Human Services Software ](https://marin.bitfocus.com/about-chs) - [About Bitfocus ](https://marin.bitfocus.com/about-bitfocus) - [Participating Agencies](https://marin.bitfocus.com/participating-agencies) - Getting Started - [New Program Request Form](https://marin.bitfocus.com/new-program-request-form) - [Marin HMIS End User Training](https://marin.bitfocus.com/hmis-end-user-training) - [Documentation Help](https://help.bitfocus.com/report-library) - Training & Resources - [Agency Leads](https://marin.bitfocus.com/end-user-training-manual-0) - [Marin End User Training Manual](https://marin.bitfocus.com/end-user-training-manual) - [Marin HMIS End User Training](https://marin.bitfocus.com/hmis-end-user-training) - [Coordinated Entry Training Materials](https://marin.bitfocus.com/coordinated-entry-training) - [Report Library](https://marin.bitfocus.com/hmis-report-library) - Forms and Documents - [Marin HMIS Privacy & Release of Information](https://marin.bitfocus.com/hmis-privacy-and-roi) - [Marin Coordinated Entry Assessment Packets](https://marin.bitfocus.com/coordinated-entry-assessment-packet) - [Marin Standard CoC Forms](https://marin.bitfocus.com/standard-coc-forms) - [Marin HMIS New Program Request form](https://marin.bitfocus.com/new-program-request-form) - [Marin Agency Participation Agreement](https://marin.bitfocus.com/agency-participation-agreement) - [Manuals and Federal Resources](https://marin.bitfocus.com/manuals-and-federal-resources) - [Events](https://marin.bitfocus.com/events) - [Newsletters](https://marin.bitfocus.com/newsletters) - Contact - [End User Support](https://marin.bitfocus.com/support) ![logo-bitfocus-small-gray](https://marin.bitfocus.com/hubfs/community%20/logo-bitfocus-small-gray.png "logo-bitfocus-small-gray") # HMIS Newsletter: February 2026 ![](https://marin.bitfocus.com/hubfs/arc_top_white.png) ## Table of Contents - [Announcements](https://marin.bitfocus.com/newsletter-february-2026#announcements) - [Federal Reporting Updates](https://marin.bitfocus.com/newsletter-february-2026#federal-reporting-updates) - [Help Desk Reminders](https://marin.bitfocus.com/newsletter-february-2026#help-desk-reminders) - [Upcoming Events ](https://marin.bitfocus.com/newsletter-february-2026#upcoming-events) - [Bitfocus is Hiring](https://marin.bitfocus.com/newsletter-february-2026#hiring) --- ## **Announcements** ### **System Performance Measures (SPM) Submitted!** The Bitfocus team is thrilled to announce that Marin County has submitted the **FY 2025 System Performance Measures (SPM)** on February 23, 2026 well ahead of the March 4, 2026 deadline. Federal reporting is a massive undertaking, and we couldn’t have done it without your responsiveness. Thank you for your hard work and for keeping our data quality top-tier. We appreciate you! --- ## Federal Reporting Updates ![HUDlogo](https://marin.bitfocus.com/hs-fs/hubfs/HUDlogo.png?width=228&height=228&name=HUDlogo.png) ### **Point-in-Time Count & Housing Inventory Count** First and foremost: thank you! To every staff, volunteer, and client that helped with the 2026 PIT Count, your dedication is the backbone that will help us end homelessness in our community.     #### **Action Required: Data Quality Phase** We have officially moved into the Data Quality phase for the Housing Inventory Count (HIC) and Point-in-Time (PIT) report. Our focus now shifts to Utilization Rates—ensuring that the number of people served on the night of the PIT matches the capacity of our HMIS programs.  What this means for Agency Leads: If you manage Emergency Shelter, Transitional Housing, RRH, PSH, or OPH programs, please keep a close eye on your inbox. We are currently flagging programs with significantly HIGH or LOW utilization.  If you receive a flag, we need your help to resolve it by:   - **Providing a detailed explanation** for the utilization discrepancy. - **Updating Bed and Unit Inventory** if your program capacity has changed. - **Cleaning up client data**, specifically ensuring all missing exit dates and housing move-in dates are recorded.   #### **Questions?** Accurate data ensures our community receives the funding and resources it deserves. If you need a hand navigating these updates, please reach out directly to [**marin@bitfocus.com**](mailto:marin@bitfocus.com). Thanks in advance for your help in making sure that our community’s data is as accurate as possible.  --- ## Help Desk Reminders ![Clarity Human Services logo small](https://marin.bitfocus.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Clarity%20Human%20Services%20logo%20small.jpg?width=200&height=200&name=Clarity%20Human%20Services%20logo%20small.jpg) 1. Canned Report Issues   When submitting tickets for Clarity Canned Reports, include:  - **Report Name ** - **Parameters Used** (Agency, program, date range, etc.)   2. PII Reminder: Use UID Only  To maintain client confidentiality and data security:  - **Use only the Clarity Unique Identifier (UID)** in all communications (emails, tickets, chats).  - **Block out all PII** (names, SSN, DOB, etc.) from screenshots and files sent to us.  3. Support Tip: New Ticket Per Issue  We are continuing to see users replying to or reopening old tickets. To help us support you faster and more efficiently, please submit all new requests by sending a new email to [marin@bitfocus.com](mailto:marin@bitfocus.com). ❗Please do not reply to or reopen old tickets. Each request MUST be submitted as a new ticket so it can be properly tracked and assigned.  --- ## Upcoming Events ![calendar-icon-navy](https://marin.bitfocus.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-08-14%20at%207.34.50%20PM.png?width=165&height=152&name=Screenshot%202025-08-14%20at%207.34.50%20PM.png) #### **HMIS Agency Leads Meeting* |** March 18, 2026 at 11am-12pm [Register ](https://bitfocus.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAvdO-vqzkrHtEAoUOYmWzoX3FOJkswtFAS#/registration)[here](https://bitfocus.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAvdO-vqzkrHtEAoUOYmWzoX3FOJkswtFAS#/registration) *Agency Leads Only We ask that the designated HMIS Agency Leads and Security Officers join this meeting on a bi-monthly basis so the information discussed can be shared agency-wide. We will be discussing topics such as community initiatives, trainings, client privacy and security, program and data management, and much more!   #### [Watch Past Video Recordings Here](https://training.bitfocus.com/marin-hmis-agency-leads-meetings).   #### Want more details? #### Check out our full [events calendar](https://marin.bitfocus.com/events?hsLang=en). --- ## Bitfocus is Hiring #### ![bitfocus Checkmark small](https://marin.bitfocus.com/hs-fs/hubfs/bitfocus%20Checkmark%20small.png?width=134&height=134&name=bitfocus%20Checkmark%20small.png) ### Join our Team! - Visit bitfocus.com | [Jobs](https://www.bitfocus.com/jobs?hsLang=en) | [About Bitfocus](https://www.bitfocus.com/about-bitfocus?hsLang=en) - Work with us at Bitfocus! Join a team committed to innovation, collaboration, and real-world impact in human services.   --- ## Questions? ## Your HMIS Administrators are happy to help. ![](https://marin.bitfocus.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-08-14%20at%206.40.02%20PM.png?width=507&height=283&name=Screenshot%202025-08-14%20at%206.40.02%20PM.png) ## Phone: 415-429-1400 ## [mailto:napa@bitfocus.com](mailto:napa@bitfocus.com) ## Email: [marin@bitfocus.com](mailto:marin@bitfocus.com) ![MarinCty_Seal_Yellow](https://marin.bitfocus.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MarinCty_Seal_Yellow.png?width=156&height=151&name=MarinCty_Seal_Yellow.png)   A Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) is an online database that enables organizations to collect data on the services they provide to people experiencing homelessness and people who are at risk for homelessness. © 2003-2025 Bitfocus, Inc. All rights reserved. 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