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New Austin program connects 35 to shelter, removes 303 tons of debris from homeless camps
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· July 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The initiative has connected 35 individuals to shelter and services. Hundreds of tons of debris have been removed from these areas, with a total of 303 tons collected.
A new program in Austin has made progress in addressing homelessness. The initiative has connected 35 individuals to shelter and services.
In addition to providing support to people in need, the program has also focused on cleaning up homeless camps. Hundreds of tons of debris have been removed from these areas, with a total of 303 tons collected.
Further details about the program and its impact are available from the city's homeless encampment management initiative.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Austin (KEYE) - Local News ·
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