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Last discussed Jul 22, 2026.
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Expressed gratitude for progress in permanent supportive housing and urged full funding for HSO budget requests and the South Austin Navigation Center.
City Council — July 22, 2026 · 1:18:41 →Shared personal experience of living unhoused and losing toes due to lack of refrigeration for insulin, advocating for proactive housing and health investments.
City Council — July 22, 2026 · 2:54:40 →Expressed concern over proposed social service cuts, highlighting Family Elder Care's financial advocacy work preventing homelessness among older adults.
City Council — July 22, 2026 · 1:46:55 →As CPC program manager and board member of the Trinity Center, he supports the homelessness strategic plan, emphasizing the need to strengthen existing navigation centers and prioritize beds for the most at-risk individuals.
City Council Work Session — February 24, 2026 · 11:49 →As CEO of the Military Veterans Empowerment Network, he questioned the absence of the word 'veteran' in the homelessness strategic plan and asked how veteran-specific coordination will remain a priority.
City Council Work Session — February 24, 2026 · 13:54 →As CEO of Safe Alliance, he highlighted the city's integrated model for addressing homelessness, particularly for domestic violence survivors, and urged that the city's community shelter's capacity be reflected in the city's inventory.
City Council Work Session — February 24, 2026 · 28:37 →News & external sources (10)
Austin's 'No Wrong Door' for homeless shows success amid legal concerns
A new approach for the City of Austin and Travis County to stop a cycle of homeless people in crisis appears to be working.
Downtown Austin Alliance outlines priorities to tackle homelessness, mental health challenges
The organization said the priorities are intended to guide its advocacy, use of resources and work with government leaders as downtown continues to grow.
South Austin neighbors want to help a woman living on the street. What happens when she says no?
South Austin neighbors say they've tried for weeks to help a woman living on the street. Here's what officials say they can and can't do.
Round Rock ISD expects homeless student population to grow this year
Last year, Round Rock ISD identified 1,000 homeless students. This year they expect the numbers to rise again.
City of Austin launches initiative aimed at reducing cycle of homelessness, emergency room visits and arrests
The "No Wrong Door" initiative brings together multiple organizations to identify solutions for people who are disproportionally stuck in this cycle.
City of Austin launches initiative aimed at reducing cycle of homelessness, emergency room visits and arrests
City of Austin launches initiative aimed at reducing cycle of homelessness, emergency room visits and arrests KVUE
Nonprofit plans new North Austin resource center amid growing need for homelessness services
The navigation center, located on Carpenter Avenue, off North Lamar Boulevard, is expected to open in the coming months.
State lawmakers, Austin leaders discuss homelessness, mental health and foster care
Several Austin leaders, including APD Chief Lisa Davis, testified at the Texas State Capitol on Wednesday.
Austin Unveils New Strategic Plan to Address Homelessness
Austin Unveils New Strategic Plan to Address Homelessness City of Austin (.gov)
Austin's Homeless Strategy Office unveils strategic plan to combat homelessness through 2027
Austin's Homeless Strategy Office unveils strategic plan to combat homelessness through 2027 KVUE