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Mayor backs exploring lottery system and expanded services to reduce shelter-line waits for seniors and disabled
Summary
Mayor Ed Lee said his office and Human Services Agency are exploring a lottery-based shelter reservation system to reduce overnight lines and protect seniors and people with disabilities, and directed staff to work on increasing housing placements and on-site services.
In response to questions from supervisors about long lines at shelter reservation centers and difficulties faced by seniors and people with disabilities, Mayor Ed Lee told the board he supports exploring alternatives to line-based shelter access, including a lottery system accessible by phone, 311 or text messaging.
Supervisor Jane Kim described testimony at a Rules Committee hearing in which seniors and disabled constituents reported standing in line starting as early as 3 a.m., safety concerns and…
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