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On the outskirts of Austin, Texas, what began as a fringe experiment has quickly become central to the city’s efforts to reduce homelessness. To Justin Tyler Jr., it is home.

Mr. Tyler, 41, lives in Community First! Village, which aims to be a model of permanent affordable housing for people who are chronically homeless. In the fall of 2022, he joined nearly 400 residents of the village, moving into one of its typical digs: a 200-square-foot, one-room tiny house furnished with a kitchenette, a bed and a recliner.

The village is a self-contained, 51-acre community in a sparsely populated area just outside Austin. Stepping onto its grounds feels like entering another realm.

Eclectic tiny homes are clustered around shared outdoor kitchens, and neat rows of recreational vehicles and manufactured homes line looping cul-de-sacs.

There are chicken coops, two vegetable gardens, a convenience store, art and jewelry studios, a medical clinic and a chapel.

Roads run throughout, but residents mainly get around on foot or on an eight-passenger golf cart that makes regular stops around the property.

Mr. Tyler chose a home with a cobalt-blue door and a small patio in the oldest part of the village, where residents’ cactus and rock gardens created a “funky, hippie vibe” that appealed to him. He arrived in rough shape, struggling with alcoholism, his feet inflamed by gout, with severe back pain from nearly 10 years of sleeping in public parks, in vehicles and on street benches.

At first, he kept to himself. He locked his door and slept. He visited the clinic and started taking medication. After a month or so, he ventured out to meet his neighbors.

“For a while there, I just didn’t want to be seen and known,” he said. “Now I prefer it.”

Between communal meals and movie screenings, Mr. Tyler also works at the village, preparing homes for the dozen or more people who move there each month.

In the next few years, Community First is poised to grow to nearly 2,000 homes across three locations, which would make it by far the nation’s largest project of this kind, big enough to permanently house about half of Austin’s chronically homeless population.

Tiny-home villages for people who have been homeless have existed on a small scale for several decades, but have recently become a popular approach to addressing surging homelessness. Since 2019, the number of these villages across the country has nearly quadrupled, to 124 from 34, with dozens more coming, according to a census by Yetimoni Kpeebi, a researcher at Missouri State University.

Mandy Chapman Semple, a consultant who has helped cities like Houston transform their homelessness systems, said the growth of these villages reflects a need to replace inexpensive housing that was once widely available in the form of mobile home parks and single room occupancy units, and is rapidly being lost. But she said they are a highly imperfect solution.

“I think where we’re challenged is that ‘tiny home’ has taken on a spectrum of definitions,” said Chapman Semple. Many of those definitions fall short of housing standards, often lacking basic amenities like heat and indoor plumbing, which she said limits their ability to meet the needs of the population they intend to serve.

But Community First is pushing the tiny home model to a much larger scale. While most of its homes lack bathrooms and kitchens, its leaders see that as a necessary trade-off to be able to creatively and affordably house the growing number of people living on Austin’s streets. And unlike most other villages, many of which provide temporary emergency shelter in structures that can resemble tool sheds, Community First has been thoughtfully designed with homey spaces where people with some of the highest needs can stay for good. No other tiny home village has attempted to permanently house as many people.

Austin’s homelessness rate has been rapidly worsening, and the city’s response has whipped back and forth... In October [2023], the official estimate put the number of people living without shelter at 5,530, a 125 percent increase from two years earlier. Some of that rise is the result of better outreach, but officials acknowledged that more people have become homeless. City leaders vowed to build more housing, but that effort has been slowed by construction delays and resistance from residents.

Meanwhile, outside the city limits, Community First has been building fast. [Note from below the read more: It's outside city limits because the lack of zoning laws keeps more well-off Austin residents from blocking the project, as they did earlier attempts to build inside the city.] In a mere eight years, this once-modest project has grown into a sprawling community that the city is turning to as a desperately needed source of affordable housing. The village has now drawn hundreds of millions of dollars from public and private sources and given rise to similar initiatives across the country.

This rapid growth has come despite significant challenges. And some question whether a community on the outskirts of town with relaxed housing standards is a suitable way to meet the needs of people coming out of chronic homelessness. The next few years will be a test of whether these issues will be addressed or amplified as the village expands to five times its current size.

-via New York Times, January 8, 2024. Article continues below (at length!)

The community versus Community First

For Alan Graham, the expansion of Community First is just the latest stage in a long-evolving project. In the late 1990s, Mr. Graham, then a real estate developer, attended a Catholic men’s retreat that deepened his faith and inspired him to get more involved with his church. Soon after, he began delivering meals as a church volunteer to people living on Austin’s streets.

In 1998, Mr. Graham, now 67, became a founder of Mobile Loaves and Fishes, a nonprofit that has since amassed a fleet of vehicles that make daily rounds to deliver food and clothing to Austin’s homeless...

Talking to people like Mr. Johnston [a homeless Austin resident who Graham had befriended], Mr. Graham came to feel that housing alone was not enough for people who had been chronically homeless, the official term for those who have been homeless for years or repeatedly and have physical or mental disabilities, including substance-use disorders. About a third of the homeless population fits this description, and they are often estranged from family and other networks.

In 2006, Mr. Graham pitched an idea to Austin’s mayor: Create an R.V. park for people coming out of chronic homelessness. It would have about 150 homes, supportive services and easy access to public transportation. Most importantly, it would help to replace the “profound, catastrophic loss of family” he believed was at the root of the problem with a close-knit and supportive community.

The City Council voted unanimously in 2008 to lease Mr. Graham a 17-acre plot of city-owned land to make his vision a reality. Getting the council members on board, he said, turned out to be the easy part.

When residents near the intended site learned of the plan, they were outraged. They feared the development would reduce their property values and invite crime. One meeting to discuss the plan with the neighborhood grew so heated that Mr. Graham was escorted to his car by the police. Not a single one of the 52 community members in attendance voted in favor of the project.

After plans for the city-owned lot fell apart and other proposed locations faced similar resistance, Mr. Graham gave up on trying to build the development within city limits.

In 2012, he instead acquired a plot of land in a part of Travis County just northeast of Austin. It was far from public transportation and other services, but it had one big advantage: The county’s lack of zoning laws limited the power of neighbors to stop it.

Mr. Graham raised $20 million and began to build. In late 2015, Mr. Johnston left the R.V. park he had been living in and became the second person to move into the new village. It grew rapidly. In just two years, Mr. Graham bought an adjacent property, nearly doubling the village’s size to 51 acres and making room for hundreds more residents.

And then in the fall of 2022, he broke ground on the largest expansion yet: Adding two more sites to the village, expanding it by 127 acres to include nearly 2,000 homes.

“No one ever really did what they first did, and no one’s ever done what they’re about to do,” said Mark Hilbelink, the director of Sunrise Navigation Center, Austin’s largest homeless-services provider. “So there’s a little bit of excitement but also probably a little bit of trepidation about, ‘How do we do this right?’”

What it takes to make a village

Since he moved into Community First eight years ago, Mr. Johnston has found the stability that eluded him for so long. Most mornings, he wakes up early in his R.V., feeds his scruffy adopted terrier, Amos, and walks a few minutes down a quiet road to the village garden, where neat rows of carrots, leeks, beets and arugula await his attention.

Mr. Johnston worked in fast-food restaurants for most of his life, but he learned how to garden at the village. He now works full time cultivating produce for a weekly market that is free to residents.

“Once I got here, I said, This is where I’m going to spend pretty much my entire life now,” Mr. Johnston said.

Everyone at the village pays rent, which averages about $385 a month. The tiny homes that make up two-thirds of the dwellings go for slightly lower, but have no indoor plumbing; their residents use communal bathhouses and kitchens. The rest of the units are R.V.s and manufactured homes with their own bathrooms and kitchens.

Like Mr. Johnston, many residents have jobs in the village, created to offer residents flexible opportunities to earn some income. Last year, they earned a combined $1.5 million working as gardeners, landscapers, custodians, artists, jewelry makers and more, paid out by Mobile Loaves and Fishes.

Ute Dittemer, 66, faced a daily struggle for survival during a decade on the streets before moving into Community First five years ago with her husband. Now she supports herself by painting and molding figures out of clay at the village art house, augmented by her husband’s $800 monthly retirement income. A few years ago, a clay chess set she made sold for $10,000 at an auction. She used the money to buy her first car.

“I’m glad that we are not in a low-income-housing apartment complex,” she said. “We’ve got all this green out here, air to breathe.”

A small number of residents have jobs off-site, and a city bus makes hourly stops at the village 13 times a day to help people commute into town.

But about four out of five residents live on government benefits like disability or Social Security. Their incomes average $900 a month, making even tiny homes impossible to afford without help, Mr. Graham said.

“Essentially 100 percent of the people that move into this village will have to be subsidized for the rest of their lives,” he said.

For about $25,000 a year, Mr. Graham’s organization subsidizes one person’s housing at the village. (Services like primary health care and addiction counseling are provided by other organizations.) So far, that has been paid for entirely by private donations and in small part from collecting rent.

This would not be possible, Mr. Graham said, without a highly successful fund-raising operation that taps big Austin philanthropists. To build the next two expansions, Mr. Graham set a $225 million fund-raising goal, about $150 million of which has already been obtained from the Michael and Susan Dell Foundation, the founder of the Patrón Spirits Company, Hill Country Bible Church and others.

Support goes beyond monetary donations. A large land grant came from the philanthropic arm of Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and Alamo Drafthouse, an Austin-based cinema chain, donated an outdoor amphitheater for movie screenings. Top architectural firms competed for the chance to design energy-efficient tiny homes free of charge. And every week, hundreds of volunteers come to help with landscaping and gardening or to serve free meals.

Around 55 residents, including 15 children, live in the village as “missionals” — unpaid neighbors generally motivated by their Christian faith to be part of the community.

All missionals undergo a monthslong “discernment process” before they can move in. They pay to live in R.V.s and manufactured homes distinguished by an “M” in the front window. Their presence in the community is meant to guard against the pitfalls of concentrated poverty and trauma.

“Missionals are our guardian angels,” said Blair Racine, a 69-year-old resident with a white beard that hangs to his chest. “They’re people we can always call. They’re always there for us.”

After moving into the village in 2018, Mr. Racine spent two years isolated in his R.V. because of a painful eye condition. But after an effective treatment, he became so social that he was nicknamed the Mayor. Missional residents drive him to get his medication once a week, he said. To their children he is Uncle Blair.

Though the village is open to people of any religious background, it is run by Christians, and public spaces are adorned with paintings of Jesus on the cross and other biblical scenes. The application to live in the community outlines a set of “core values” that refer to God and the Bible. But Mr. Graham said there is no proselytizing and people do not have to be sober or seek treatment to live there.

Mr. Graham lives in a 399-square-foot manufactured home in the middle of the village with his wife, Tricia Graham, who works as the community’s “head of neighbor care.” He said they do not have any illusions about solving the underlying mental-health and substance-use problems many residents live with, and that is not their goal.

“This is absolutely not nirvana,” Mr. Graham said. “And we want people to understand the beauty and the complexity of what we do. I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else on the face of the planet than right here in the middle of this, but you’re not fixing these things.” ...

From an experiment to a model

Community First has already inspired spinoffs, with some tweaks. In 2018, Nate Schlueter, who previously worked with the village’s jobs program, opened Eden Village in his hometown, Springfield, Mo. Unlike in Community First, every home in Eden Village is identical and has its own bathroom and kitchen. Mr. Schlueter’s model has spread to 12 different cities with every village limited to 50 homes or fewer.

“Not every city is Austin, Texas,” Mr. Schlueter said. “We don’t want to build a large-scale village. And if the root cause of homelessness is a loss of family, and community is something that can duplicate that safety net to some extent, to have smaller villages to me seemed like a stronger community safety net. Everybody would know each other.”

The rapid growth of Community First has challenged that ideal. In recent years, some of the original missional residents and staff members have left, finding it harder to support the number of people moving into the village. Steven Hebbard, who lived and worked at the village since its inception, left in 2019 when he said it shifted from a “tiny-town dynamic” where he knew everyone’s name to something that felt more like a city, straining the supportive culture that helped people succeed.

Mobile Loaves and Fishes said more staff members had recently been hired to help new residents adjust, but Mr. Graham noted that there was a limit to what any housing provider could do without violating people’s privacy and autonomy.

Despite these concerns, the organization, which had been run entirely on private money, has recently drawn public support. In January 2023, Travis County gave Mobile Loaves and Fishes $35 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds to build 640 units as part of its expansion.

Then four months later came a significant surprise: The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development approved the use of federal housing vouchers, which subsidize part or all of a low-income resident’s rent, for the village’s tiny homes. This will make running the village much more financially sustainable, Mr. Graham said, and may make it a more replicable blueprint for other places.

“That’s a big deal for us, and it’s a big deal on a national basis,” Mr. Graham said. “It’s a recognition that this model, managed the way that this model is, has a role in the system.”

Usually, the government considers homes without indoor plumbing to be substandard, but, in this case, it made an exception by applying the housing standards it uses for single-room-occupancy units. The village still did not meet the required ratio of bathrooms per person, but at the request of Travis County and the City of Austin’s housing officials, who cited Austin’s “severe lack of affordable housing” that made it impossible for some homeless people with vouchers to find anywhere else to live, HUD waived its usual requirements.

In the waiver, a HUD staffer wrote that Mr. Graham told HUD officials over the phone that the proportion of in-unit bathrooms “has not been an issue.” But in conversations with The Times, other homeless-service providers in Austin and some village residents said the lack of in-unit bathrooms is one of the biggest problems people have with living there. It also makes the villages less accessible to people with certain disabilities and health issues that are relatively common among the chronically homeless....

Mr. Graham said that with a doctor’s note, people could secure an R.V. or manufactured home at the village, although those are in short supply and have a long waiting list. He said the village’s use of tiny homes allowed them to build at a fraction of the usual cost when few other options existed, and helps ensure residents aren’t isolated in their units, reinforcing the village’s communal ethos.

“If somebody wants to live in a tiny home they ought to have the choice,” Mr. Graham said, “and if they are poor we ought to respect their civil right to live in that place and be subsidized to live there.” But he conceded that for some people, “this might not be the model.”

“Nobody can be everything for everyone,” he said.

By the spring of 2025, Mr. Graham hopes to begin moving people into the next phase of the village, across the street from the current property. The darker visions some once predicted of an impoverished community on the outskirts of town overtaken by drugs and violence have not come to pass. Instead, the village has permanently housed hundreds of people and earned the approval and financial backing of the city, the county and the federal government. But for the model to truly meet the scale of the challenge in Austin and beyond, Chapman Semple said, the compromises that led to Community First in its current incarnation will have to be reckoned with.

“We can build smaller villages that can be fully integrated into the community, that can have access to amenities within the community that we all need to live, including jobs and groceries,” Chapman Semple said. “If it’s a wonderful model then we should be embracing and fighting for its inclusion within our community.”

-via New York Times, January 8, 2024

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Today our favorite Tucson Plumber https://tucsonirrigationplumber.com/ will discuss the primary purposes of having a sanitation system or toilet in your Tucson home.

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Many third world countries are not so fortunate to have toilets and human waste systems in place to protect the health and wellness for themselves, their family and of course the environment that needs to be sustained properly for future generations. Waste must be properly treated in order to assure we have a healthy environment in our homes and on our planet.

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Emergency Portable Toilet Rentals: Be Prepared!

Introduction

When life throws unexpected events your way, being prepared can make all the difference. Whether it's a large outdoor festival, a construction site, or even a surprise family gathering, having https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/articles101/hq-porta-potty/uncategorized/best-commercial-dumpster-rentals-in-my-area-call-858-955-0308455717.html access to clean and reliable restroom facilities is essential. This is where Emergency Portable Toilet Rentals come in handy! These flexible and convenient solutions ensure that everyone has access to sanitation facilities whenever they are needed.

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore everything you need to know about portable toilet rentals—from understanding different types of rentals available to considerations for your specific needs. We’ll also dig into costs, services offered by rental companies, and tips for choosing the right provider. So grab a cup of coffee and get ready to delve into the world of portable toilet rentals!

Understanding Portable Toilet Rentals What Are Portable Toilets?

Portable toilets, often referred to as porta potties or temporary restrooms, are self-contained units designed for use in various settings where traditional plumbing may be unavailable. They typically feature basic amenities like toilet seats, hand sanitizers, and waste storage tanks.

Types of Portable Toilets Standard Portable Toilets Basic models suitable for outdoor events. Luxury Porta Potty Rentals Equipped with enhanced features like flushing toilets, sinks with running water, and high-end interiors. ADA-Compliant Units Designed specifically for accessibility in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Specialized Units Include options like hand-wash stations or VIP restroom trailers for upscale events. Emergency Portable Toilet Rentals: Be Prepared!

Having an emergency portable toilet rental plan is crucial when you’re organizing an event or managing a construction site. You never know when a situation may arise requiring additional restroom facilities. This section will highlight the importance of being prepared for such emergencies.

Why Choose Emergency Portable Toilet Rentals? Immediate Access: When emergencies strike—like heavy rainfall at an outdoor event—having portable toilets readily available ensures attendees remain comfortable. Flexibility: Rental companies often provide quick delivery and setup services tailored to your specific needs. Affordability: Renting portable toilets can be more cost-effective than traditional restroom solutions—especially during peak seasons. How to Determine Your Needs

Assessing your needs before renting is vital:

Estimate the number of guests. Identify the type of event (festival, wedding, party). Consider any special requirements (ADA compliance). Affordable Porta Potty Rental Options Budget-Friendly Solutions

Renting portable toilets doesn’t have to break the bank! Here’s how you can find affordable options:

1. Compare Prices

Always shop around! Contact multiple porta potty rental services to

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The Role and Importance of Soft Services Facilities Management in Iraq

In the evolving landscape of facility management, "Soft Services Facilities Management" has emerged as a crucial component for ensuring the smooth operation of buildings and properties. In Iraq, where rapid urbanization and development are underway, the demand for effective soft services facilities management is increasing. This article delves into what soft services facilities management entails, its significance in Iraq, and how businesses and organizations can benefit from these services.

What is Soft Services Facilities Management?

Soft services facilities management refers to the range of services that support the operational efficiency, cleanliness, and overall ambiance of a building or facility. Unlike hard services, which involve maintenance of physical infrastructure and equipment (such as HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical systems), soft services focus on the more customer-facing and day-to-day operational aspects. This includes services such as:

Cleaning and Janitorial Services: Regular cleaning of facilities, including offices, commercial spaces, and residential buildings, to maintain hygiene and a pleasant environment.

Security Services: Provision of security personnel and systems to ensure the safety of the premises and its occupants.

Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance: Upkeep of outdoor areas, including gardens, lawns, and other landscaped areas to enhance the property’s appearance and functionality.

Pest Control: Management of pests and rodents to prevent infestations and maintain a healthy environment.

Reception and Front Desk Services: Handling of visitor management, answering inquiries, and providing a welcoming atmosphere.

Waste Management: Efficient handling and disposal of waste materials, ensuring proper waste segregation and recycling practices.

The Significance of Soft Services Facilities Management in Iraq

As Iraq continues to grow economically and urbanize rapidly, the role of soft services facilities management becomes increasingly vital. Here are some key reasons why these services are essential in the Iraqi context:

Enhancing Property Value: Well-managed soft services contribute to the overall appeal and value of properties. Clean and well-maintained facilities attract tenants and clients, making properties more desirable and valuable in a competitive market.

Supporting Business Operations: For businesses, having reliable soft services ensures a functional and comfortable environment for employees and clients. Cleanliness, security, and well-maintained grounds contribute to a productive work atmosphere and can positively impact employee morale and customer satisfaction.

Compliance and Safety: In Iraq, adherence to health and safety standards is crucial. Soft services, such as regular cleaning and pest control, help ensure compliance with hygiene regulations and contribute to a safe environment, reducing the risk of health issues and accidents.

Environmental Impact: Efficient waste management and eco-friendly cleaning practices support environmental sustainability. By implementing green practices, facilities management providers help reduce the environmental footprint of buildings and promote a cleaner, greener Iraq.

Operational Efficiency: Soft services providers bring expertise and efficiency to everyday operations. Professional cleaning, maintenance, and security services ensure that facilities run smoothly, minimizing disruptions and allowing businesses and organizations to focus on their core activities.

Benefits of Outsourcing Soft Services Facilities Management

Outsourcing soft services facilities management offers several advantages for businesses and organizations in Iraq:

Cost Efficiency: Outsourcing these services can be more cost-effective than managing them in-house. It eliminates the need for investment in equipment, training, and personnel, while providing access to specialized expertise.

Expertise and Experience: Professional facilities management companies bring a wealth of experience and expertise. They stay updated with industry best practices and use advanced technologies and methods to deliver high-quality services.

Focus on Core Activities: By outsourcing soft services, organizations can concentrate on their primary business functions without being burdened by operational concerns related to facilities management.

Scalability and Flexibility: Outsourced services can be scaled up or down based on changing needs. This flexibility ensures that facilities management solutions align with the evolving demands of the organization.

Improved Service Quality: Dedicated facilities management providers are committed to delivering excellent service quality. Their focus on customer satisfaction ensures that facilities are well-maintained and managed to the highest standards.

Choosing the Right Soft Services Facilities Management Provider

Selecting the right provider is crucial for maximizing the benefits of soft services facilities management. When evaluating potential providers in Iraq, consider the following factors:

Reputation and Experience: Look for providers with a proven track record and experience in managing similar types of facilities.

Service Range and Quality: Ensure the provider offers a comprehensive range of services and maintains high standards of quality.

Compliance and Certification: Verify that the provider adheres to local regulations and industry standards, and holds relevant certifications.

Customer Support and Flexibility: Choose a provider that offers responsive customer support and flexible solutions tailored to your specific needs.

Conclusion

Soft services facilities management plays a pivotal role in maintaining the functionality, cleanliness, and safety of buildings and properties in Iraq. By choosing a reliable and experienced provider, businesses and organizations can ensure efficient operations, enhance property value, and support a sustainable and healthy environment. As Iraq continues to develop, the importance of high-quality soft services will only grow, making it essential for stakeholders to invest in effective facilities management solutions.