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"While the needed programs and services are costly, research indicates that the cost of ignoring homelessness is far greater. Th

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Posted on July 30, 2008 - 8:57am at Stone Soup Station
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The Downtown Partnership (DTP) has long been demonized by many on the streets here in Nashville for doing exactly what they are charged with doing - advocating for local area businesses and residents.

Short Ruminations On The Controversial DTP/Metro PD "Free Bus Tickets"

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Posted on July 10, 2008 - 8:14am at Stone Soup Station
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I spoke yesterday to a number of my clients yesterday about the new "program" available to those who are homeless; get a ticket out of paradise by asking the Metro PD and the DTP for it. We hashed it out for quite some time and ultimately, the overwhelming consensus might surprise you.

But first, lets take a better look at the issue.

"I have broader dreams about creating a fund, or some type of program that funds travel aid throughout the county.”

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Posted on July 9, 2008 - 9:14am at Stone Soup Station
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I've spent considerable sums getting folks who have a place to go and/or a job prospect waiting for them elsewhere on a bus to another city.  Working in conjunction with Helen Pace over at Traveler's Aid, together we've sent quite a few folks off to what we hope are better futures elsewhere.  

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