Edmonton is apt to have homeless camps all over the city this summer.
Ward Odaimin Coun wants to help those in need. Ann Stephenson asked the government two weeks ago to confirm the cost of sanctioning the city's own camp this summer.
"The administration is back with a report that delves into what the operation of some small licensed camps looks like. Most notably, it's important. It's a price tag, "said Stevenson.
According to Stevenson, the cost of setting up and operating a small city-run camp for three months with 60 people is $ 2.1 million, which includes a range of social support and 24. Includes 24/7 security costs.
On the welcome list, one Stevenson said it was offered at a much higher price than expected.
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"For that level of investment, it's better to invest in other solutions that have a longer lasting impact." Said Stevenson.
She says her report also outlines other options such as small hometown villages, trailers, and apartments.
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, but according to Stevenson, it probably won't happen until next spring.
"I'm disappointed that there's nothing more I can do this summer," Stevenson said. "What's happening right now isn't good for everyone."
Edmonton Union Jim Garnett on housing and homelessness said licensed camps are an option that shouldn't be rejected. rice field.
"If (people) intend to camp or live in this kind of informal condition anyway, a healthier, safer, licensed and supervised place is definitely a good thing," Garnett said. Told. "And I believe it can work."
Garnett says it's important to determine the cost of not choosing this option if money is an issue. Said.
"$ 2 million, a life-saving and healthier community could be a good investment," Garnett said.
Stevenson said he would like to explore lower cost options when Congress discusses the motion on Monday.
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However, due to budgetary constraints, she suspects that this plan will pass at the current price tag.
"It's the feeling of a failed Edmontnian, a failed person in our community in need of housing, which is a very basic thing that all of us are entitled to." Stevenson said.
If the licensed camp is off limits, Stevenson said he would like to focus more on putting people in tents into permanent support housing.
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