The Community Advisory Board on Homelessness has set their priorities for the next 4 years.

Board members John Donovan and Leanna Greiner presented their community plan to council on Monday.

Priorities include expanding the housing first strategy, continue the availability of emergency shelters and to develop proper resources for high risk populations.

John Donovan said there are many homeless people waiting for housing but there are no affordable places for them to rent. He's reaching out to private businesses, individuals, and programs to invest in developing affordable units for the homeless who are waiting for housing.

The board will receive $186,000 a year from the federal government for the next 4 years.