A few observances from the statistics provided:

If 644 formerly homeless are now housed permanently, then nearly the same number replaced them on the streets since the count is within about 22 people from last year. So while it is a very good thing those 644 are now housed, it means we are just treading water instead of making progress. Blame that on the economy and those in government at all levels who influence it.

While it seems prudent to prioritize housing for those who are chronically homeless, I would move those with children to the top of the list, as well as the unaccompanied minors if possible. Better to stop the cycle before they become chronically homeless.

434 with mental illness, and some certainly are veterans. Why are there no state and federal solutions for these people? Perhaps their condition falls in the crack between mandatory institutionalization and being employable, but this is a significant segment who will never achieve a solution on their own.