On Sunday, Chicago set into motion its plan to evict thousands of migrants from city and state shelters.
According to a news release from Friday, 34 shelter residents, who were initially set for departure in January 2025, will leave on Sunday, with some exemptions tailored to case-specifics, including extensions for households with children.
Our city is committed to compassion,” said Mayor Brandon Johnson. “By encouraging resettlement while also providing case-specific extensions with a focus on health and safety, we are advancing a pathway to stability and self-sufficiency.”
“While we know Chicago’s limited resources cannot meet the full scale of need across the New Arrivals Mission, we are constantly evaluating options that will lead to better care for all Chicagoans,” he continued.
In November, City authorities announced plans to relocate 2,026 individuals from temporary shelters, Migrants were urged to seek other housing options or request reassignment at the end of the 60 day limit that was initially instated. The plan was postponed three times due to weather, pushback from advocacy groups, and other issues.
The initially postponed process began on Sunday, and those who are subject to relocation are set to be moved entirely by the end of April. According to NBC News, 244 migrants are set to be moved by the end of the month, and the remaining 1,782 are set to depart throughout April.
“To date, 14,700 people have exited shelter due to resettlement across the Chicago area and 5,200 people have reunited with family and friends through out-migration for a total of 19,900 people supported,” the press release said. “Currently, 4,155 of 11,210 shelter residents are being provided support in resettlement efforts and are making progress towards securing housing.”
All of the 11,210 shelter residents have been living in 23 shelters operated by the city and state, the outlet stated, citing a city census.
Since 2022, more than 37,100 migrants have come to Chicago, many due to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s efforts to tighten the border. Abbott sent migrants to self-declared “sanctuary cities,” across the nation, that have since become overwhelmed by the issue.
The influx has increased the need for housing and stretched social services, a challenge faced not only by Chicago but also other “sanctuary cities” such as Denver and New York.
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