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The commission unanimously asked the City Manager to recognize housing insecurity and access to shelter as a human rights issue and pursue agreements with neighboring communities to help support unhoused people coming to Worcester. The winter overflow shelter has 18 rooms with two beds each and is operating at full capacity.
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The commission is urging stronger regional support for people experiencing homelessness and wants neighboring communities to help address shelter needs. Officials said the current winter shelter is full, while plans call for a separate day center to be completed by November 2026 and a new permanent shelter site to be identified by next year. The commission also heard about equity initiatives, including improved accommodation processes, employee training, and planned racial equity reporting.
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