ABC 10–

There is confusion over the latest homeless numbers, as advocates say the official number is underreported.

Homeless advocate Michael McConnell said the count is wrong.

“I hope the Regional Task Force on the Homeless realizes what a mistake they made and how important this is to count people,” McConnell said. “To not sweep people under the rug, and to bring in those federal, state and local dollars based on real numbers, real facts. Facts matter.”

Every year, volunteers count the homeless population. Those numbers are given to the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The “WeAllCount” annual report showed a six percent drop in homelessness compared to last year. However, McConnell said people living in their RVs were not included.

Read More