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Marathon County is taking bold steps to tackle homelessness with a collaborative 12-month recovery plan that could set a statewide precedent!

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County and City collaborate on 12-month homelessness recovery plan
City council and county aim to develop a comprehensive homelessness plan within a year.
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June 5, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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Marathon County's new public health coordinator is calling for a groundbreaking real-time data system to tackle homelessness—could this be the key to real change?

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New Marathon County homelessness coordinator outlines short‑term framework, urges better data
Megan Barnett, Marathon County’s new public health coordinator for homelessness response, presented a short‑term foundational framework through the end of 2026 focused on roles, data, coordinated response and community engagement and called for a real‑time by‑name data system to measure progress.
citizenportal.ai
June 6, 2026 at 6:52 AM
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A groundbreaking pilot program in Marathon County has achieved an 83% success rate in helping individuals secure stable housing, marking a significant step forward in the fight against homelessness.

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AODA program achieves 83 percent success rate in housing stability pilot
AODA program reports 83 percent housing success rate from 2022 pilot with 12 individuals.
citizenportal.ai
March 23, 2025 at 8:14 AM
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Marathon County officials are urgently tackling the complex issue of homelessness, revealing the daunting barriers faced by those with criminal histories in securing stable housing.

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Marathon County officials discuss housing challenges for individuals with criminal histories
Officials highlight difficulties in securing housing for clients with criminal and eviction histories
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March 23, 2025 at 4:39 AM
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Private sector support for homelessness in Wausau is skyrocketing, with over $1 million already committed annually and a new campus campaign aiming for $5 million!

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Faith-Based Agencies Secure Millions for Unhoused Community Support
Nonprofits report over two million annually from private sector for unhoused assistance.
citizenportal.ai
February 24, 2025 at 8:43 PM
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Marathon County is stepping up to combat homelessness with a groundbreaking partnership that could change lives for the better!

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Wausau allocates $400K to combat homelessness through city-county partnership
Wausau seeks county matching funds to address homelessness with structured collaboration.
citizenportal.ai
February 21, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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Marathon County is grappling with a dire shortage of substance abuse counselors and treatment options, leaving many in crisis without the help they desperately need.

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Marathon County faces critical shortage of substance abuse counselors and treatment options
Marathon County faces a critical shortage of substance abuse counselors and treatment program availability.
citizenportal.ai
January 25, 2025 at 8:45 AM
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Local leaders are rallying for innovative shelter solutions that go beyond mere temporary fixes, aiming to transform how we combat homelessness in Marathon County.

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Local leaders discuss expanding shelter services to combat homelessness crisis
Community seeks innovative shelter solutions beyond emergency warehousing to address homelessness effectively.
citizenportal.ai
January 16, 2025 at 9:11 AM
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In a critical move to combat homelessness, Wausau's council has approved $400,000 to enhance shelter services just as local facilities face imminent closure.

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City Council allocates $400000 for homeless services amid shelter crisis in La Crosse
City allocates $400,000 to address homelessness as shelter services face imminent closure.
citizenportal.ai
January 16, 2025 at 9:10 AM
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La Crosse is on a mission to achieve zero homelessness by 2025, implementing innovative housing solutions and community collaboration to transform lives.

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La Crosse aims for functional zero homelessness by 2025 with new housing initiatives
La Crosse aims for functional zero homelessness by 2025 through coordinated housing and support initiatives.
citizenportal.ai
January 16, 2025 at 9:09 AM
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La Crosse County's innovative partnership to tackle homelessness could be the key blueprint for Wausau and Marathon County's fight against housing instability.

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La Crosse leaders unite to tackle homelessness with new coordinated plan
La Crosse officials launch partnership to develop comprehensive plan addressing homelessness in the community.
citizenportal.ai
January 16, 2025 at 8:52 AM
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Marathon County is shifting gears in the fight against homelessness, moving from quick fixes to a strategic, community-wide initiative called "Pathways Home."

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La Crosse County unveils Pathways Home plan to tackle rising homelessness crisis
La Crosse County seeks strategic solutions to homelessness amid rising unsheltered population and community challenges.
citizenportal.ai
January 16, 2025 at 8:51 AM