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Lawmakers and DCF debate motel use, security and modest shelter expansion funding
Summary
Committee members questioned the department about reliance on hotels under the General Assistance motel program, security funding inconsistencies, and a $3.43 million increase proposed for the Housing Opportunity Program to expand shelter capacity by about 85 households.
Legislators questioned Department for Children and Families officials about the state’s continued reliance on hotels for emergency shelter and a proposed plan to expand traditional shelter capacity.
Deputy Commissioner Maureen Gray and other DCF officials said the department has concentrated outreach and management on the GA motel program during recent years, while also pursuing shelter grants and the Housing Opportunity Program. "There are two establishments where they feel like there is a lack of safety...I have given…
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