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They say there are 3 steps to change: critical analysis, solutions design, and implementation. The protestors at #CityHall had some clear insights into #homelessness and #housing issues when I spent some time talking with them yesterday, particularly barriers facing Black youth.
My expertise as a #communityhousing #developer with @IndwellCA is in implementation. With all levels of government agreeing we have a housing crisis that needs solving, how quickly can we design solutions, commit funds, and implement?
We have 900+ units feasible to start in 2021 through #HamiltonisHome, and could #Build3000 units in next three years. Civic issues are complex, but when current solutions aren’t working any more, we can rethink investment strategies to get better results.
How much does it cost to enforce bylaws/relocate encampments every two weeks? Is #supportivehousing cheaper than using Emerg. for routine healthcare? Is housing-based-healthcare cheaper than treating mental health & addiction on the curb? Homes are a pandemic safety measure.
As a taxpayer, I want max #publicbenefits from #publicinvestments. As a citizen, I want a community where everyone belongs. With @cityofhamilton as catalyst, how much further could @CMHC_ca, @OntarioHealthOH and other investments go to solving homelessness? All the way, for sure!
