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Yahoo
28-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Santa Fe mayor speaks on city's efforts to address homelessness
SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Santa Fe Mayor Alan Webber is touting the success he's seeing in addressing homelessness. Mayor Webber said a microcommunity was established at Christ Lutheran church, and houses 10 people. On-site, there are hygiene stations, individual rooms, and 24-hour staffing. 'When we no longer talk about the homeless because there is no such thing as the homeless. There's individuals, each of whom has a different story, a different need, a different reason for being unhoused, and we need to treat everyone as an individual, so they get the kind of option for a Officials speak on wildfire that damaged Fort Stanton Historic Sit In 2019, Santa Fe joined a coalition called Built for Zero, which is a national movement where city officials try to build enough housing for their homeless population so that zero people are left without homes. A unique way they continue to address homelessness is by learning the names and history of the city's homeless population. 'When you know their names, you work with them individually to get the solution that fits their needs,' said Mayor Webber. The city is looking for more properties to implement microcommunities. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Santa Fe mayor speaks on city's efforts to address homelessness
SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Santa Fe Mayor Alan Webber is touting the success he's seeing in addressing homelessness. Mayor Webber said a microcommunity was established at Christ Lutheran church, and houses 10 people. On-site, there are hygiene stations, individual rooms, and 24-hour staffing. 'When we no longer talk about the homeless because there is no such thing as the homeless. There's individuals, each of whom has a different story, a different need, a different reason for being unhoused, and we need to treat everyone as an individual, so they get the kind of option for a Officials speak on wildfire that damaged Fort Stanton Historic Sit In 2019, Santa Fe joined a coalition called Built for Zero, which is a national movement where city officials try to build enough housing for their homeless population so that zero people are left without homes. A unique way they continue to address homelessness is by learning the names and history of the city's homeless population. 'When you know their names, you work with them individually to get the solution that fits their needs,' said Mayor Webber. The city is looking for more properties to implement micro-communities. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Axios
29-04-2025
- Health
- Axios
Report highlights scope of homelessness across Colorado
A first-of-its-kind report released Monday shows more than 52,000 people throughout Colorado sought homelessness services last year. The big picture: The Colorado Homeless Management Information System's inaugural report offers a broad look at a persistent issue most often associated with urban areas. The report stresses the need for collaboration across agencies to help curb homelessness. Why it matters: Homelessness is growing across the state — not just in Denver. A recent study from the Common Sense Institute suggests it spiked 90% statewide between 2020 and 2024, while a federal report noted families with children experiencing homelessness rose by 134% last year. State of play: Among those seeking assistance, nearly one-third were considered chronically homeless and 6% were veterans, per the COHMIS report. Most of the people who sought housing and services were single adults (82%) followed by families (9%) and youth (8%). More than half of the individuals experiencing homelessness have a disabling condition, which the report cited as one factor making it more difficult to maintain housing. Between the lines: Native American, Black, multiracial and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander people experiencing homelessness are overrepresented in the COHMIS data. People of color represented 55% of those seeking services last year statewide Context: Among the four regional agencies that issued the report is the Metro Denver Homeless Initiative (MDHI), which served the highest number of people in the state, per the report. The three other agencies collectively cover the rest of Colorado, tracking and coordinating services. The intrigue: Supportive housing, which provides low-income housing with additional services like health care, is listed as one solution with a proven track record. Lack of access to health care and supportive services can contribute to long-term and persistent homelessness. The report also highlights the Built for Zero movement, which brings together housing groups, doctors and government and has led to a 7% drop in veteran homelessness.
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Topeka leader works to get homeless camps cleaned up
TOPEKA (KSNT) — One Topeka leader is making sure some homeless camps in Oakland will soon be gone. After the homeless camp cleanups in NOTO and other areas last year, people settled near the Sardou Bridge in Oakland, but camp cleanups in that area will soon take place. District 2 Councilwoman Christina Valdivia-Alcala told 27 News her constituents have shared concerns about fires in the area, and even trash and human waste possibly contaminating the nearby Kansas River. These homeless camps are in violation of the city's latest camping ordinances, as well as numerous other violations that are taking place. Topeka Correctional Facility welcomes cats for residents to care for The councilwoman said several council people are actively looking for a place for the homeless people while continuously working to get the Built for Zero model to end homelessness up and running. 'Topekans need to know that by and large, we are very united, I believe, at the city council level to get the housing that's needed, to get the wraparound services that are needed for the homeless population,' Valdivia-Alcala said, 'but also to listen to those that we serve that are housed, that pay taxes that have concerns about quality of life, that have concerns about public health and safety. And they need to be listened to as well.' Valdivia-Alcala said on Facebook that according to City Manager Robert Perez, cleanup near the Sardou Bridge will start Tuesday, March, 4 regardless of 'rain or shine.' For more local news, click here. Keep up with the latest breaking news in northeast Kansas by downloading our mobile app and by signing up for our news email alerts. Sign up for our Storm Track Weather app by clicking here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
