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Housing advocates in Vermont are rallying for $7.4 million in urgent budget adjustments to prevent evictions and support those in need!

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Advocates urge $7.4 million in BAA fixes to avert housing loss and expand assistance
Housing and homelessness advocates told the House Appropriations Committee they need immediate FY26 budget adjustments — a $5 million voucher contingency, $1.322 million in rapid financial assistance, $1 million for land-access grants and $100,000 for disability-focused case management — to prevent evictions and stabilize services.
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January 15, 2026 at 1:50 PM
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Holland City is set to transform lives with the approval of seven new small-footprint rental units aimed at combating homelessness!

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Commission recommends PUD rezoning and approves site plan for Doors of Hope small-footprint rentals
The commission recommended rezoning to PUD and approved a site plan (including waivers) for Doors of Hope to develop seven small-footprint affordable rental units; staff and Ottawa County supported the project and the commission recorded affirmative votes to forward and to approve the site plan with the requested waivers.
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January 15, 2026 at 12:30 AM
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Vermont's nonprofit developers warn that without urgent funding support, the state risks a dramatic drop in affordable housing production, jeopardizing community needs.

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Nonprofit developers warn VHCB funding must continue or production will fall
Leaders of Champlain Housing Trust and regional nonprofit developers told the committee rising construction costs and trailing state investment risk a sharp decline in production; they urged increased VHCB funding, condo financing fixes and faster eviction/remediation processes.
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January 14, 2026 at 12:32 AM
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Major changes to HUD funding could put over 60 permanent supportive housing beds at risk in Tompkins County, jeopardizing housing stability for those in need.

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Continuum-of-care director warns HUD funding changes could jeopardize supportive housing in Tompkins County
At the January Neighborhood Investment Committee meeting, Lydia Barger of the Human Services Coalition outlined how the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development(HUD)notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) changes and a lowered protectedtier could force local supportive-housing projects into competition and put an estimated 60 permanent supportive housing beds at risk in Tompkins County.
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January 9, 2026 at 4:04 PM
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Arapahoe Douglas Works has secured a groundbreaking federal grant aimed at providing vital employment and support services to veterans facing homelessness in Douglas County.

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Arapahoe Douglas Works awarded three‑year grant to support veterans at risk of homelessness
Arapahoe Douglas Works staff said a three‑year federal Homeless Veteran Reintegration Program (HVRP) grant will fund individualized employment plans, case management, occupational training and supportive services for eligible veterans in the region.
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January 9, 2026 at 3:32 PM
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Strong Towns Northampton reveals impressive progress with 282 new affordable housing units since 2021, but challenges lie ahead in accelerating future goals.

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Strong Towns Northampton urges steps to accelerate housing goals, highlights 282 affordable units since 2021
Strong Towns Northampton presented an independent review of the city’s 2021 Sustainable Northampton housing goals, cited 282 new affordable units since 2021 and recommended ADU supports, preapproved plans, public education and an implementation committee while board and staff debated capacity and a dormant local housing trust.
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January 9, 2026 at 3:25 AM
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TACIR's draft report unveils a transformative approach to tackle homelessness in Tennessee, highlighting the need for prevention funding and better data coordination.

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TACIR recommends funding prevention, better HMIS data and re‑establishing an interagency council to address homelessness
A TACIR draft recommends state appropriations to support homelessness prevention, paying HMIS end‑user licenses to improve data coverage, funding UT‑SWORPS to aggregate CoC data and dashboards, re‑establishing a state interagency homelessness council, and measures to streamline coordinated entry.
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December 26, 2025 at 4:46 AM
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Pottawattamie County is stepping up its game to tackle rising rents and improve assistance programs, with plans for better coordination among local nonprofits!

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County studies General Assistance operations as rents rise; staff pursue coordinated intake and partner collaboration
County staff and the Western Iowa Service Collaborative outlined General Assistance operations, noting one‑time rent assistance and an interim disability reimbursement program, pressure from rising rents and reduced nonprofit capacity, and plans to pursue a shared regional intake and closer agency coordination to limit duplication and better serve households at risk of homelessness.
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December 24, 2025 at 5:38 AM
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Hennepin County has officially adopted a staggering $3.15 billion budget for 2026, but officials warn that tough fiscal times lie ahead for residents.

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Hennepin County board adopts $3.15 billion 2026 budget, warns of tough years ahead
The Hennepin County Board on Dec. 11 approved a $3.15 billion operating and capital budget and a $1.1 billion net tax levy for 2026, pledging close oversight as state and federal pressures squeeze local resources.
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December 21, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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Thurston County's new five-year Local Homeless Housing Action Plan aims to tackle homelessness head-on with clear objectives and a commitment to accountability.

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Thurston County staff present 2025–2030 Local Homeless Housing Action Plan; commissioners seek clearer implementation reporting
Public health presented the county’s required five‑year homeless housing action plan (2025–2030), outlining objectives, prioritized investments, and annual reporting; commissioners asked for more frequent implementation updates and for staff to clarify outreach and coordinated‑entry details for active encampments.
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December 17, 2025 at 12:10 AM
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The Salem Housing Authority reveals critical updates on housing vouchers and the future of the 2025 Continuum of Care NOFO, highlighting the urgent need for community support.

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Salem Housing Authority: HUD rescinded NOFO, vouchers near capacity and emergency vouchers falling
The Salem Housing Authority reported HUD rescinded the 2025 Continuum of Care NOFO that will be reissued; HCV leasing at 93%, project-based vouchers at 79% (some projects not yet online), and emergency housing vouchers at 68% utilization with current funding through part of 2026.
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December 16, 2025 at 10:32 PM
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Sunnyvale City Council just approved a plan to allocate an impressive $16.8 million surplus, but not without a heated debate on funding priorities!

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Sunnyvale council accepts FY24–25 financial report and approves staff plan to allocate roughly $16.8M surplus
Council received an unmodified audit, heard staff recommend using a roughly $16.8 million one‑time surplus (majority to pension trust, library and infrastructure) and rejected a motion to reallocate more to homelessness and active‑transportation; staff recommendation passed 6‑0.
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December 15, 2025 at 10:54 PM
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Cayuga County is set to accept $69,440 in state funding for a crucial eviction prevention program as the HEAP season kicks off amidst rising homelessness.

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Cayuga County to accept state shelter‑arrears funding; HEAP season opens Dec. 1
Social Services reported the county accepted state funds for a shelter‑arrears/eviction prevention program (amount cited in the meeting at roughly $69,440), and announced the regular HEAP season opened Dec. 1; officials also noted rising homelessness and emergency housing demand under 'code blue' conditions.
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December 13, 2025 at 8:35 PM
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New Visions Homeless Services is set to transform the lives of 800 families this December with their impactful Christmas event, showcasing their dedication to outreach, shelter, and prevention work in Iowa.

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New Visions describes annual Christmas program and services for hundreds of area families
New Visions Homeless Services staff described shelter, outreach and prevention work and detailed a community Christmas event set for Dec. 13 at the Iowa Sportsplex, capped at 800 families; the group said it spends about $300,000 annually to pay first-month rent and relies on volunteers and sponsors.
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December 3, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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Spokane officials are pushing for an urgent $137,000 boost to shelter funding as winter weather drives an alarming rise in demand for homeless services this December.

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Spokane officials request $137,000 to cover shelter surge as winter weather arrives
City staff asked the council Dec. 1 to add $137,000 to existing inclement‑weather shelter contracts (Salvation Army, Catholic Charities, Revive) to cover a surge through December; staff said billing counts will be finalized at month’s end.
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December 2, 2025 at 2:46 AM
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Sunnyvale just scored big with state funding boosts for food banks, homelessness prevention, and affordable housing—transforming local services for the better!

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State lawmakers outline housing, food-security and disaster funds in Sunnyvale appearance
Assemblymember and state senator told Sunnyvale council they delivered funding across affordable housing, food banks, homelessness prevention and renter protections in the 2025-26 state budget and highlighted bills affecting mobile-home parks, surplus land for affordable housing and renter protections.
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November 29, 2025 at 8:45 AM
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Native Americans face alarming rates of homelessness and incarceration in North Dakota, prompting advocates to push for culturally rooted solutions that empower urban tribal communities.

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Advocates urge culturally grounded, Native‑led pilot to tackle urban Native homelessness
Speakers representing Native Inc. urged the committee to recognize stark racial disparities in homelessness and incarceration and backed a Native‑led urban pilot combining cultural connectedness, housing, reentry and workforce supports to reduce long‑term homelessness among Native Americans.
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November 26, 2025 at 2:20 AM
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North Dakota is forging a new path to combat homelessness, but looming federal changes could jeopardize vital funding for local projects.

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North Dakota lawmakers hear plans to coordinate homelessness response as HUD funding rules shift
State housing and homelessness officials told the Human Services Interim Committee that a reconstituted interagency council and newly funded state grants aim to align services, but recent HUD funding rules that cap top-tier awards and permanent housing funding could force major cuts to local projects.
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November 26, 2025 at 12:46 AM
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A federal decision threatens stable housing for 1,200 Mainers. HUD's funding cuts will reduce support to one-third, endangering lives and shifting the burden to local taxpayers. I’ll fight for safe housing for all. #MEPolitics #HomelessnessPrevention #CommunitySupport #MaineHousing 🏠❤️
November 25, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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The city's draft housing plan is stirring up passionate calls for more shelter funding and urgent policing reforms as residents demand change for their communities.

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City hears public comment on draft five-year consolidated housing plan as residents press for more shelter funding and policing reforms
City staff presented the draft FFY 2026'2031 consolidated housing and community development plan (CDBG, HOME, ESG) and outlined target areas and outcome priorities. Public commenters urged more shelter funding, additional case managers, neighborhood planning for Leonard Street, and called for police oversight after an alleged excessive-force arrest.
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November 22, 2025 at 1:29 PM
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Proposed changes at the federal level could jeopardize the housing-first approach that many rely on, pushing vulnerable families back onto the streets.

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Local housing commission warns proposed HUD changes could roll back housing-first approach
At its Nov. meeting, the Athens City Affordable Housing Commission expressed concern about proposed HUD rules that would favor short-term housing tied to treatment and work over housing-first programs and requested a briefing from integrated services to assess local impacts.
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November 19, 2025 at 7:35 AM
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Funding delays could jeopardize housing stability for over 1,200 residents in Humboldt County, risking a surge in homelessness.

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Arcata House warns funding delays threaten housing assistance for more than 1,200 people
Arcata House Partnership said federal contract delays and funding cuts risk housing stability across Humboldt County; the organization and the housing authority together provide more than $11 million in rental support and estimate 1,268 people would have less housing security without those programs.
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November 14, 2025 at 11:18 PM
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Housing advocates are demanding urgent action from Philadelphia City Council to transform vacant Land Bank properties into affordable homes, criticizing the obstructionist "councilmatic prerogative" as a barrier to progress.

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Advocates press City Council to unlock Land Bank lots and avoid 'councilmatic prerogative' bottlenecks
Public commenters urged the council to accelerate reuse of Land Bank properties for affordable housing and warned that the informal practice called 'councilmatic prerogative' should not block redevelopment. Council adopted a Land Bank conveyance resolution during the same session.
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November 14, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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November 13, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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United Way of Cass Clay reveals staggering local poverty and hunger statistics, highlighting the urgent need for community support to make a lasting impact.

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United Way of Cass Clay tells Moorhead council local poverty, hunger and homelessness remain high; asks for donations
United Way major gifts lead Dan Klug told the Moorhead City Council that recent local data show persistent needs — including 2,763 people diverted from homelessness and roughly 28,000 people living in poverty — and urged donations and volunteer support to expand services.
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November 13, 2025 at 7:42 AM