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Housing services reports 304 new applications, says typical semester capacity is 125
Summary
Housing services closed applications with 304 new submissions and 64 continuing applications; staff noted the program usually serves about 125 per semester and may seek to increase capacity this year to meet demand.
Housing services reported a surge in applications at the most recent intake period, with staff saying they closed the application window last Friday after receiving 304 new applications and 64 continuing ones.
“We closed our chat applications last Friday with 304 new applications,” the housing representative told the committee and added that the program typically serves about 125 per semester. Staff said they are assessing whether they can increase capacity this year in response to the elevated need.
Councilors asked follow-up questions about shelter and storm shelter programs; staff confirmed those efforts are ongoing but did not announce policy changes or additional funding at the meeting.
