Seattle Gets Its First Cabinet-Level Director of Homelessness

"Homelessness is a national epidemic, leaving cities like Seattle stepping in to fill the large gaps left behind by state and federal agencies," the mayor said in a news release.

"Because of the growing scope of work around homelessness, Seattle needs a proven manager to ensure we are achieving our desired outcomes," Murray said, noting he has known Scarola for many years.

By Daniel Beekman

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