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Press release from the City of Newark:
December 14, 2021
Recent news about the City requiring permits from well-meaning groups to continue feeding the homeless have left the impression that the City is somewhat insensitive to the needs of our fellow residents without addresses. Nothing could be further from the truth.
One benefit of these permits is that the City can quickly and efficiently track the source of food should people fall ill and take appropriate measures.
This way, these groups can feed our homeless in places where shelter, social services and mental health outreach are available. We strongly believe this approach is a better path to transition our unsheltered residents into permanent housing. Encouraging them to congregate for food in a place such as the Penn Station area where no such services are available only contributes to their day-to-day existence.
Our record on caring for the homeless is commendable. Could we do better? Yes, and we will keep trying until we eradicate homelessness. But any news concerning Newark's relationship with the homeless should include the following:
This press release was produced by the City of Newark. The views expressed here are the author's own.
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