Homelessness, Local
SOURCE: CBS AUSTIN The Austin City Council’s Public Safety Committee has been taking a hard look at the 911 calls police officers are responding to, and there’s no shortage of complaints about people experiencing homelessness… especially since they...
Homelessness, Local
SOURCE AUSTIN (KXAN) — Driving through Austin during the pandemic, you might notice some homeless camps look like they’re growing, or that there are more tents popping up. On Thursday, Austin Public Health will provide an update to the city on its efforts to provide...
Homelessness, Local
Source: texasstandard.org Just over a year ago, the city of Austin effectively decriminalized homelessness by rescinding a 1996 law that made camping in public spaces illegal. Some community groups and even the Texas governor pushed back strongly against the...
Homelessness, Local
Source: Austin Monitor The Travis County Commissioners Court has created a new temporary project worker position tasked with developing a cohesive homeless outreach plan for the county, following a separate request by a county constable. In March, the Commissioners...
Homelessness, Local
G|A is proud to support their COVID-19 emergency response by aiding in HTH’s efforts to help expand and sustain direct services. G|A funding will ensure that their current strategies remain uninterrupted as they address the UNMET COVID-19 needs of the homeless...
Homelessness, Local
SOURCE: KXAN As COVID-19 continues to take countless lives, homeless individuals are among those who need access to COVID-19 testing and personal protective equipment, such as masks and sanitation supplies. Experts say homeless encampments bring large groups of people...
