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Board urges public health orders to prioritize private rooms for people experiencing homelessness
Summary
The Board of Supervisors on March 21 unanimously adopted a resolution urging public‑health orders and city action to prioritize non‑congregate shelter options — chiefly hotel and motel rooms — for people experiencing homelessness during the COVID‑19 crisis.
The Board of Supervisors on March 21 unanimously adopted a resolution urging public‑health orders and city action to prioritize non‑congregate shelter options — chiefly hotel and motel rooms — for people experiencing homelessness during the COVID‑19 crisis.
"It is unacceptable to have thousands of people on our streets where they cannot shelter in place and keep themselves safe," Supervisor Matt Haney said when he introduced the resolution, summarizing testimony from residents and providers. The board adopted the resolution with a roll‑call vote recorded as 10 ayes (one supervisor temporarily absent at times during the meeting).
Nut graf: The measure responds to mounting public comment and public‑health guidance…
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