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Spokane County's annual Point-in-Time Count reveals a second consecutive decline in homelessness, with the number of sheltered individuals decreasing from 1,578 to 1,189. The count, conducted on January 22, surveyed 1,806 individuals, and highlights improvements in data collection methodology and shelter coordination.
Spokane County's Point-in-Time Count reveals a second consecutive year of decline in homelessness, with 1,806 individuals surveyed. The number of people in emergency shelters decreased significantly, while unsheltered individuals rose slightly due to improved counting methods. Mayor Lisa Brown emphasized the importance of consistent engagement to navigate individuals toward stability.
Spokane County's annual Point-in-Time Count reveals a second consecutive decline in homelessness, with 1,806 individuals surveyed on January 22, 2025. Sheltered homelessness decreased from 1,578 to 1,189, attributed to improved coordination towards permanent housing. However, unsheltered individuals increased from 443 to 617 due to enhanced survey methodologies.
Spokane County's annual Point-in-Time Count reveals a second consecutive decline in homelessness, with the number of sheltered individuals dropping from 1,578 to 1,189. The new methodology focused on outreach teams helped ensure better data accuracy and engagement with unsheltered individuals. Mayor Lisa Brown emphasized the importance of consistent engagement and navigation to treatment and housing.
The City of Spokane released the District 3 Weekly Newsletter Vol. 14 on July 14, 2025, highlighting upcoming ordinances and seeking applicants for the Equity Subcommittee. This newsletter aims to inform residents about local governance and opportunities to engage in community matters.
Spokane County reports a second consecutive year of declining homelessness, with a decrease from 1,578 to 1,189 individuals in emergency shelters. Improved data collection methods contributed to this decline, although the number of unsheltered individuals rose from 443 to 617.
Spokane County reported a decline in homelessness for the second consecutive year, with the Point-in-Time Count revealing 1,806 individuals surveyed on January 22, 2025. The number of people experiencing sheltered homelessness decreased from 1,578 to 1,189, while unsheltered individuals rose from 443 to 617 due to improved survey methods.
Spokane County reports a decline in homelessness for the second consecutive year, with the 2025 Point-in-Time Count showing a decrease in sheltered individuals from 1,578 to 1,189. The count also noted an increase in unsheltered individuals to 617, attributed to new survey methodologies that improved outreach. Mayor Lisa Brown emphasized the importance of consistent engagement and housing navigation in addressing homelessness.
Spokane County's Point-in-Time Count reveals a second consecutive decline in homelessness, with the number of sheltered individuals dropping from 1,578 to 1,189. The new survey methodology helped capture more accurate data, despite a slight increase in unsheltered individuals. Mayor Lisa Brown emphasized the importance of consistent engagement and effective navigation to stable housing.
Spokane County's annual Point-in-Time Count reveals a second consecutive decline in homelessness, with the total number of individuals experiencing homelessness dropping to 1,806. The count utilized an improved methodology, deploying volunteers with outreach teams to enhance data accuracy and engagement. The City of Spokane plans to expand shelter capacity, focusing on transitioning individuals to permanent housing.