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Editorial question. Oxford County is the housing and homelessness system manager. Tillsonburg can act through local planning, lawful bylaws, coordination and its own spending; it cannot independently command County programs or health services. Read the issue and its sources: /tillsonburg/issues/tillsonburg-homelessness-and-downtown
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Oxford County Town Hall · 2026-10-01
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Favours a nuisance bylaw within existing operating costs; questions additional security spending.
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Proposes a reserve-funded, one-year community safety ranger pilot; pursue grants and partnerships.
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Support local frontline groups while seeking a broader solution.
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Stronger existing-bylaw enforcement, alongside mental-health, employment and housing supports.
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Use planning tools and partnerships; avoid duplicating County programs.
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Support frontline organizations; County should remain the main funding authority.
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Coordinate existing resources first; require measurable benefit from new spending.
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Identify service gaps and evidence before committing municipal funds.
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Press County partners for a stronger Tillsonburg response; prioritize dignity.
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Advocate a year-round shelter funded through County social services.
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Coordinate supportive housing; seek external funding before new municipal spending.
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Combine compassionate support, partnerships and safety; seek grants first.
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Use shared accommodation investment, reduction targets and lessons from other communities.
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Explore vacant-property supportive housing and employment partnerships; consider efficiencies or land-sale proceeds.
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