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Public commenters urge more sober‑living and transparency on homelessness program metrics
Summary
During the Douglas County commission’s April 9 public comment period, residents asked the county to support more sober‑living housing (Oxford houses), expanded supported housing and clearer, measurable performance metrics for homelessness programs and flexible housing funds.
Public comment at the Douglas County Commission meeting April 9 included appeals for increased sober‑living housing and for better public metrics reporting on homelessness programs.
Ellen Johnson, speaking from the public podium, urged the county and community partners to support more Oxford houses and other sober‑living environments. Johnson cited informal comparisons in nearby jurisdictions: "Shawnee…
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