Strengthen Homelessness Response
Description
Develop a strategic, collaborative approach to addressing homelessness in Akron through coordinated planning and targeted resource deployment.
Why is This Important
Addressing homelessness requires more than emergency shelter; it takes coordinated strategy across housing, health, and social services. By developing a shared plan with community partners, Akron is working toward lasting solutions that help more people secure stable housing.
Initiative Wins
Supported development and publication of the Continuum of Care strategic plan.
Impact Spotlight
What We’ve Done This Quarter
Released an RFP for affordable housing units to serve people experiencing or at risk of homelessness using HOME-ARPA funding from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Responses are due May 2026.
What We’re Working on Next Quarter
Reviewing submissions to the RFP for affordable housing units.