DeKalb CEO says homelessness alone is not grounds for arrest
DeKalb discusses its response to homelessness
DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson discusses the county’s approach to homelessness, including the need to protect residents’ dignity while maintaining safe, accessible public spaces. County officials also outline plans to discuss housing investments, available resources and the urban camping ordinance.
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - DeKalb County officials outlined their approach to homelessness during a news conference Monday, with CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson saying the county must balance public safety with support for people without housing.
What they're saying:
"We will leave no resident behind," Cochran-Johnson said. She also said that losing a home does not mean a person loses their dignity and that homelessness alone is not grounds for arrest in DeKalb County.
The news conference was intended to address the county’s housing investments and available resources, as well as planned actions and the relationship between state law and local policy. Officials also planned to discuss the county’s urban camping ordinance.
Cochran-Johnson said DeKalb has a responsibility to maintain safe, accessible public spaces while helping residents facing difficult circumstances. She said the county’s response should address both responsibilities.
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