Res 101-2025 Resolution to Establish City-County Homeless Advisory Committee 08/19/2025 RESOLUTION NO. 101-2025
Resolution to Establish Composition and Objectives of the City-
County Homeless Advisory Committee
WHEREAS, cities in Texas are increasingly called upon to address complex social
challenges that impact the health, safety, and general welfare of their communities,
including the growing crisis of homelessness; and,
WHEREAS, homelessness presents multifaceted challenges that require
collaboration between local governments, nonprofit service providers, law enforcement,
public health entities, and members of the general public; and,
WHEREAS, the formation of a dedicated advisory body to evaluate gaps in
services and recommend strategies for addressing homelessness is in the best interest
of the County and its residents; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes the importance of partnering with the
County and community organizations to improve coordination, efficiency, and outcomes
in efforts to address homelessness in the City of Wichita Falls; and,
WHEREAS, the Homeless Advisory Committee will review the various issues
related to homelessness and make recommendations thereon to the City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT:
The Homeless Advisory Committee ("Committee") should be composed of seven
(7) representatives, including the following persons, to be appointed by City Council:
• Councilor Austin Cobb, At-Large City Council Member
• Jeffery Jenkins, City Manager
• Andy Martin, Mental Health Professional
• Dr. Louis Wilson, a resident of the City of Wichita Falls
The County shall appoint three members to complete the seven-member board.
The Committee will be assisted on an as-needed basis by at least the following
staff members and assisting personnel:
• Representative of the City's City Manager's Office
• Representative of the City's Department of Parks and Recreation
• Representative of the City Attorney's Office
• Representative of the City's Department of Development Services
The Committee shall be charged to perform the following action plan within a
period of 18 months:
a) Identifying gaps in services, housing, and resources available to unhoused
individuals.
b) Recommending actionable strategies to improve coordination among
service providers, nonprofit partners, law enforcement, and public health
agencies.
c) Exploring best practices from other jurisdictions and proposing solutions
tailored to the City's needs.
d) Supporting community education and outreach to promote public
understanding and engagement.
e) Advising on policy or ordinance changes, grant opportunities, and resource
allocations that align with the City and County's goals for reducing
homelessness.
f) Identifying and recommending potential sources of funding to support
proposed initiatives.
PASSED AND APPROVED this the 19th day of August, 2025.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
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City Clerk