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McKinney's new rules for homelessness are causing a stir. Advocates worry these ordinances will make life even tougher for those without a home, potentially pushing them out of sight rather than helping them find solutions.
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before, 2 the 90 before that.
A contract with UT Dallas was approved, but the total cost and funding sources for the initiative were not detailed.
Vulnerable residents and the community at large will benefit from a more coordinated approach to housing issues.
None directly identified, though implementation challenges are possible.
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The city is working with UTD to create a roadmap for addressing homelessness and housing affordability through community listening sessions.
The city is working with consultants to better understand homelessness in McKinney and create a long-term plan to help those in need.
The city is working with consultants on the 'Better Together' initiative to address homelessness, with a recent count showing 240 individuals.
The city is launching a new initiative, 'Better Together,' to address homelessness, partnering with UT Dallas for planning and community engagement.
The city is launching a new initiative called 'Better Together' to tackle homelessness. This involves community conversations and developing localized services, with a consultant from UT Dallas guiding the process.
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Allows for the operation of a drive-through restaurant, contributing to commercial activity in the area.
Opens the site for commercial development, but raised concerns about traffic and impact on existing childcare facilities.
Allows for continued development of specialized housing catering to aviation enthusiasts.