Madison homeless population in limbo amid ongoing policy, funding decisions
By Vanessa Gavilan | Oct. 2As Madison-area homeless encampments shutter, policymakers and organizations work to fill gaps in resources.
Vanessa Gavilan is the city news editor for The Daily Cardinal. She has reported on Madison's school district, the Common Council, city elections and referendums. She also has written in-depth on housing affordability.
As Madison-area homeless encampments shutter, policymakers and organizations work to fill gaps in resources.
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