Tackling Poverty Concerns: How Counties are Listening to Residents to Address Poverty

Counties consistently name economic development as a top priority, highlighting the urgent need for more affordable housing, food security and access to healthcare. The U.S. Census Bureau recently reported a poverty rate of 11.1 percent, underscoring the widespread nature of this challenge. While counties are actively addressing poverty within their communities, a gap remains between the assistance available to residents and the support offered by local governments. This gap often makes it difficult for counties to effectively meet the needs of their most vulnerable populations.

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