~ Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade has expressed optimism over the latest Point in Time count results, which show a decrease in the number of people experiencing homelessness in the city. The count, conducted by the Pikes Peak Continuum of Care (PPCoC), revealed that there were 1,146 individuals experiencing sheltered and unsheltered homelessness in 2024. This represents a 12% reduction from the previous year's count.

In a statement released by Mayor Mobolade, he stated that this is the second consecutive year that the city has seen a decrease in homelessness numbers. He believes that this is a testament to the collaborative efforts of the community to address this issue. However, he also acknowledged that homelessness remains a significant challenge for Colorado Springs and weighs heavily on its residents, business owners, and overall community.

The mayor emphasized that tackling issues like homelessness and public safety requires community solutions. As such, he reaffirmed his commitment to investing in housing, supportive services, and preventive measures. The city will also be providing additional resources for enforcement and clean-up efforts while expanding street outreach programs.

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The PPCoC's 2024 Point In Time Count also revealed a significant decrease in unsheltered homelessness with only 259 individuals counted compared to 374 in 2023 – a 31% reduction. These numbers are encouraging for Mayor Mobolade and his team as they continue to work towards creating a city where homelessness is rare, brief, and nonrecurring.

Despite these positive results, Mayor Mobolade acknowledged that there is still much work to be done. He urged the community to continue working together towards finding sustainable solutions for homelessness. He also encouraged residents to review key numbers and takeaways from the PPCoC's report on their website.

In conclusion, Mayor Yemi Mobolade remains confident that through collective impact and collaboration with service providers, Colorado Springs will achieve even more progress in addressing homelessness. He believes that by working together, the city can create a better future where homelessness is no longer a prevalent issue.

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