Denver Mayor Mike Johnston's Comprehensive Plan to Tackle Homelessness Crisis

Denver Mayor Mike Johnston addressed the city's homelessness issue, stating that camps will no longer be "swept" unless there are health or safety threats or if they are on private property. The mayor's plan involves waiting for more housing units to become available and then offering them to people in encampments, along with storage for their belongings. The city is exploring options such as leasing vacant apartments and finding locations for authorized camping or tiny homes, with the ideal space having individual doors, kitchenettes, and private toilets. The announcement comes after a survey revealed a 31% increase in the homeless population in the Denver metro area, with 9,000 individuals now struggling with homelessness.