The Community Development Commission refrained from endorsing the city's federal housing funding plan, citing concerns about potential federal budget cuts exacerbating homelessness. The FY25/26 Action Plan, which allocates $14 million in federal funds, will be reviewed by the City Council. Commissioners advocated for a broader approach to address homelessness, emphasizing preventative measures rather than solely relying on traditional shelters. They connected ongoing congressional budget discussions to the need for more robust strategies to support those facing economic hardship. Mandy DeMayo highlighted the importance of local programs to address community needs unmet by federal funds.
Mandy DeMayo emphasized the importance of locally funded programs, stating, "Where we are not able to meet the community needs with federal funds for a variety of different reasons, we try to meet those needs with our local funds, so this is just a slice of our programs."
Commissioners highlighted the urgency of addressing economic instability as a fundamental cause of homelessness, suggesting a shift from traditional shelter services toward broader preventive strategies amid concerns over potential federal budget cuts.
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