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Council discusses Johnson Street shelter phase-down and housing sprint; councilors press for clear timelines and funding
Summary
Councilors and the public aired concerns about plans to phase down Johnson Street shelter capacity and to run a housing sprint; staff will provide an informational update to the Housing, Redevelopment and Community Programs committee on Wednesday, and the mayor said the city’s contract with the Poverello Center remains funded through Aug. 31.
Several councilors and public commenters pressed city staff and service providers for clearer timelines and funding details related to the Johnson Street shelter’s phased closure and a planned “housing sprint” to rehouse clients.
Councilor Jordan described a recent meeting at the Johnson Street shelter where residents raised practical questions: how many beds would remain available each month, how the city would select residents for housing offers, how long rental assistance would continue, what supports would be available for people with criminal convictions, and…
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