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Tenants, advocates say state-funded units remain empty as Falcon Court residents face displacement
Summary
Residents and advocates told the council that most Falcon Court tenants were told to "figure it out," alleged misuse of state Project Homekey funds, and urged immediate placement for seniors and other vulnerable residents into empty state-funded units said to total $10,150,000 in value.
At the Feb. 10 special meeting of the Fresno City Council, a public commenter identified as Des raised urgent concerns about housing placements tied to state-funded programs and alleged misuse of those funds.
Des said Falcon Court tenants received notices in December telling most residents to "figure it out," while only five residents were chosen for transfer to permanent supportive housing. He argued that state funds intended to house vulnerable people are being misapplied and urged the council to ensure the…
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