Homelessness Backlog Grows in Tempe, Arizona
1 report, 1 independent
Updated Aug 10
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What happened
Nearly 200 families in Tempe, Arizona, are waiting for a spot at the state’s largest provider for homeless families. City and county programs, such as the Arizona Housing Hub, are working to place families, but the backlog is large. Families could wait more than six weeks for housing placement.
From azfamily.com
Why it matters
City and county programs addressing homelessness are funded with tax dollars. Advocates report that the need for services is growing while the existing system is struggling to keep up with demand.
From azfamily.com
Who's involved
Possible ripples
Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.- Governor Hobbs may face pressure to declare a state of emergency regarding the crisisGovernor Hobbs may face pressure to declare a state of emergency regarding the crisisPossible
- Maricopa County may face strain from Tempe's growing homelessness crisisMaricopa County may face increased resource strain due to growing homelessness backlog in TempePossible
- Growing homelessness in Tempe may force city council to act on resourcesThe city council may face pressure to increase funding or change regulations due to growing homelessness.Possible