Mayor Lurie will miss his 1,500 shelter bed deadline. But thats fine and he should just admit it.

Daniel Lurie, the mayoral candidate, will not meet his ambitious target of establishing 1,500 shelter beds within six months of taking office. The revised goal now aims for 1,500 beds to be either established or in progress by July, with a broader definition of what constitutes a "shelter bed. " City officials express relief at Lurie's approach, which emphasizes thoughtful planning rather than hastily cramming beds into shelters. Critics have labeled the inclusion of various types of beds, such as interim housing and treatment beds, as an accounting tactic. Nevertheless, city officials defend this strategy, asserting that it is more beneficial than creating overcrowded shelters.

The homeless population is increasingly aging and facing complex health challenges, leading to a need for on-site healthcare services. By focusing on a service-rich environment, officials hope to address the underlying issues that contribute to homelessness. Ultimately, this method may provide more effective solutions than the previous approach of simply moving people off the streets.