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Unhoused individuals gain shelter, prove their identity using AWS-powered solution Kiip

AWS Public Sector Blog

Law enforcement knew the name of the suspect and this individual matched a description but did not have any identification. Using technology to improve social services HOPICS is one of five housing coordinators for Los Angeles County with a focus on South Los Angeles. From that start, HOPICS has helped thousands of individuals.

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How Virginia unleashed the power of data

AWS Public Sector Blog

It is an integral foundation because it builds trust with data sources, such as the state health department, private hospital associations, and the department of social services, and fosters their participation in governance activities as data trust members. To do that, you need to involve stakeholders in creating this framework.

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Community safety partnership for MacArthur Park in Los Angeles?

Rebuilding Place in Urban Space

On Thursday, Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez, who believes too much money is spent on law enforcement and not enough on social services, held a news conference in MacArthur Park to announce several partnerships and social service initiatives. The need for police + social services = community safety partnership.

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20th anniversary of the blog| Urban revitalization systems thinking's greatest hits: Part two -- not transportation

Rebuilding Place in Urban Space

," (2013) Civic assets as a network The "change isn't that simple" entry discusses multiple cities with wide-ranging anchor project development with branding similarities to the "Signature Streets" proposal. Other cities have differently named similar organizations. Generally, they have the power to weigh in on matters before government bodies.

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County Legal Authority to Fund Non-Mandated Social Services Programs

Community and Economic Development Program of UNC

In addition to funding these mandated programs and services, each county also has statutory authority to create and fund optional, non-mandated social services programs. Foundational Considerations Before addressing social services funding, it’s important to consider two basic requirements for spending public funds.

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After the Storm: Summary Ejectment and Assistance Programs in North Carolina

Community and Economic Development Program of UNC

The Security Deposit Act, like the RRAA, applies to more than just property owners and includes individuals and businesses “engaged in the business of renting or managing” residential rental property, excluding single rooms. There is no case law interpreting G.S. 42-50, -51. 42-12 to guide judicial officials on its enforcement.

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