Jackson Closes First Homeless Encampment Through Homeward JXN

Jackson closes first homeless encampment through Homeward JXN

The city of Jackson has closed its first homeless encampment, helping four people transition into housing as part of its $10 million Homeward JXN initiative to reduce homelessness and restore public spaces.

Jackson closes first encampment through Homeward JXN, houses four people

JACKSON — Four people moved from a homeless encampment into housing as Jackson closed its first encampment under Homeward JXN, Mayor John Horhn announced Thursday. Horhn announced the closure at the Downtown Jackson Partners annual meeting. The city also launched a website, homewardjxn.com, to explain the $10 million initiative and track its progress. “Today’s milestone […]