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City launches "Hope and Home" task force to study homelessness, partners with Virginia Tech for facilitation
Summary
City Manager Debra Turner presented a staff response and recommended structure for a 12–18 month "Hope and Home" task force to study homelessness and propose actionable recommendations; the city contracted Virginia Tech to facilitate and budgeted modest funds for facilitation and incidental costs.
Roanoke officials launched a council‑directed task force Wednesday aimed at developing actionable recommendations to reduce homelessness, and said the group will be supported by facilitation and research from Virginia Tech.
City Manager Debra Turner presented staff’s plan for the "Hope and Home" task force, which the city will convene for a 12 to 18 month effort to review services, identify gaps and propose policy and investment strategies. Turner said staff recommends a diverse roster of local residents, business owners and neighborhood leaders…
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