ORLANDO, Fla. — Orange County leaders are working to address homelessness across the county, focusing on the budget and identifying where help is needed.
What You Need To Know
- Orange County commissioners say the region has seen a 156% increase in the area’s unhoused population
- The county is about 800 beds short, with new plans for a 150-bed shelter, trailers, and a mobile shelter bus
- Residents near Rouse Road say homeless encampments have grown, leading to concerns about theft and safety
Leaders will hold two public meetings this month to discuss solutions and gather community input.
Some residents in the Rouse Road area say they’ve seen changes close to home and want solutions soon…