Wellington County has what Warden Andy Lennox calls a “framework” in their strategic plan looking to address the housing crisis.
Lennox says in the past, the focus surrounding housing and homelessness has been services in the housing continuum where there’s government intervention, such as subsidized housing.
He adds this is just the beginning of what will be a thorough examination of what’s next.
He says this is a broad issue, that could have effects on generations to come.
A county report states 21% of Wellington County’s population spends 30% or more of gross household income on shelter costs. Lennox points out that the county is projected to see 65% more population than currently in the next 25 years.
The county’s roadmap in the report includes four steps: discover, define, develop, and deliver, culminating with a presentation to council.
