Episode 1169 • • 29:01 - 30:56
1169: Hockeystick Hoax
South Austin Homeless Shelters, Affordable Housing Initiatives
Austin city leaders approved an $8.5 million purchase of an office building on Ben White Boulevard to convert into a homeless shelter, sparking a petition with over 5,700 signatures from local residents. Additionally, a Salvation Army facility on Tannehill Lane remains unoccupied due to funding and certification delays. The city also announced plans to purchase 300 affordable homes, with a portion reserved for individuals with disabilities or critical needs.