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Austin Unveils Homeless Strategy Amid Wildfire Concerns

10/26/2025

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The City of Austin has launched a Homeless Strategy Plan as wildfire season approaches.
The plan follows Governor Greg Abbott's directive to clear encampments, with cleanups through November 8.
David Gray, director of Austin's Homeless Strategy Office, says many people have been relocated to shelters.
The plan is not a reaction to state actions.
Mayor Kirk Watson criticized the state's approach as a short-term solution.

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The City of Austin has launched a Homeless Strategy Plan as wildfire season approaches.
The plan follows Governor Greg Abbott's directive to clear encampments, with cleanups through November 8.
David Gray, director of Austin's Homeless Strategy Office, says many people have been relocated to shelters.
The plan is not a reaction to state actions.
Mayor Kirk Watson criticized the state's approach as a short-term solution.