Council members have questioned the accuracy of the region’s homeless count. Now, big changes could be coming for an annual survey that guides funding and policy decisions.
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Backers say SB 679 would centralize affordable housing efforts across a divided region. Opponents say it could lead to higher taxes on homeowners.
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