With Federal Government Cutbacks, Most of Homeless Funds Come From Grass Roots : Housing Money Scarce Despite Vote for Bonds
In the aftermath of the election last week, housing the homeless remains a burning issue, fueled by federal cutbacks in construction financing. Voter approval of Proposition 84, a $300-million state bond issue, should provide some relief, but homeless advocates are not optimistic about getting aid from Washington after George Bush is inaugurated as President. As … Read more