Municipal Role to Address Homelessness

How do we address the issue of homelessness in Norristown?

This is a question that has evolved in complexity over the years without any firm solutions to help the unhoused population.

A discussion on this topic was the highlight of the June 6, 2023 Municipal Council meeting where people addressed their sympathies, frustrations and desire to effect change as it relates to the homeless. Council President Tom Lepera said the municipality needs help to address this problem which can create potentially hazardous and dangerous situations for not only our residents, but neighbors using our open recreation areas.

The Municipality of Norristown, along with the 60 nities, has a role to play in this: What is our role?

Do we help the county to provide long from other communities in the county? Something else entirely?

We look forward to your responses and using them to give more direction to proactive policy decisions in the municipality and through-