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Deuxcents

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3. There must be empty buildings, unused office spaces, empty strip malls and the like..

Reply to Dennis Donovan (Original post)

Tue Feb 25, 2025, 06:27 PM

Feb 25

Those funds could help go towards giving contractors permits to convert them into apartments..even if just temporary. Puts people to work and gives dignity and hope for those finding themselves on the streets these days. Puts people and money to work instead of throwing it at the problem..solve it

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