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Criteria for Locating a One-Stop Assistance Center for the Homeless (B)
As requested by the City Commission, staff will present suggested criteria for siting a one-stop assistance center for the homeless.
Explanation
At the November 13, 2006, City Commission meeting, the City Commission received recommendations from staff on ways to address concerns regarding the homeless in the downtown area. One of the recommendations was to proceed with issuing a request for proposals for the proposed one-stop assistance center for the homeless as approved at the joint City-County Commission meeting on October 30, 2006. Subsequently, the City Commission directed staff to return with criteria for locating the one-stop center.
On November 16, 2006, staff sent a survey to numerous individuals and organizations including the Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce, Gainesville Downtown Owners and Tenants Association, Downtown Redevelopment Advisory Board, and organizations that are members of the Alachua County Coalition for the Homeless and Hungry. The survey asked for input on siting criteria for the proposed one-stop center, and recipients were asked to respond by November 30, 2006. The results of the survey will be compiled and presented for the City Commission's consideration at the December 11, 2006 meeting. In addition, the Implementation Committee of the 10-Year Plan to End Homelessness will hold a special meeting on December 5, 2006, to discuss siting criteria to recommend to the City Commission.
Fiscal Note
The City and County Commissions have already approved funding for the first-year operation of the one-stop assistance center for the homeless.
Recommendation
Recommended Motion: The City Commission receive a report on suggested criteria for siting a one-stop assistance center for the homeless and take action as deemed appropriate.
Alternative Recommendation A: The City Commission receive a report on suggested siting criteria and de...
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