On the third day of their tour, a group of city officials is visiting Texas cities that have sent the greatest number of migrants to Chicago.
Why it’s important With thousands of new immigrants straining the city’s resources, the group is looking for answers as they warn that Chicago is running out of capacity.
What they’re saying: “We’re in distress,” Ald. William Hall (6th), a delegation member, tells Axios. “It’s like we’re being left on our own at the deep end of the pool with no life vests.”
By the numbers: As of Wednesday, there are 11,307 residents in Chicago shelters, while 3,739 are awaiting placement at police stations and both major airports.
What’s happening: Hall and a handful of city leaders spent the last two days meeting with government officials and service providers in El Paso. Thursday, they travel to San Antonio, followed by trips to McAllen and Brownsville.
Meanwhile, Mayor Brandon Johnson — who had planned to join the trip delegation before changing plans this week — and his administration are trying to find locations for their “base camp” plan to get migrants out of police stations before winter hits.
What we’re watching: For migrants who want to settle in Chicago, Hall wants to create a system in which nonprofits in the city and in Texas organize simple care packages that include winter coats and socks.
Source: www.axios.com
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