Report to Mayor and City Council
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
Discussion
SUBJECT:
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CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 23-081, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, PROCLAIMING CITY'S SUPPORT FOR VETERANS HOUSING WITHIN THE CITY OF CARSON
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I. SUMMARY
This item is on the agenda at the request of Mayor Davis-Holmes and transmits Resolution 23-081 for City Council consideration to formally support more housing for veterans in Carson.
The City Council has long supported housing developments for veterans within the City of Carson. Approximately three years ago, the Veterans Village of Carson located at 21711 South Figueroa Street, with 51 units opened its doors. By adoption of this resolution, the City Council continues to support an increase in housing developments for veterans within the City of Carson.
A severe housing shortage crisis exists in California. The State Legislature has passed and adopted numerous housing laws all to expand, increase and preserve the housing stock within the State. Many United States veterans including those who reside in California and in particular in Carson, find it extremely difficult to find housing in part due to the lack of land available for affordable housing developments.
II. RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 23-081, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, PROCLAIMING CITY'S SUPPORT FOR VETERANS HOUSING WITHIN THE CITY OF CARSON"
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III. ALTERNATIVES
TAKE another action the City Council deems appropriate.
IV. BACKGROUND
We all enjoy living in freedom because of the contributions and personal sacrifices made by those who have served and by those now serving in the Armed Forces. Adoption of this resolution will honor the contributions and sacrifices of the millions of veterans who have, over many years, served in the military and the tens of thousands presently serving, both at home and abroad.
V. FISCAL IMPACT
None
VI. EXHIBITS
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