Mayor Nutter, who has repeatedly asserted his commitment to making Philadelphia the first city to end homelessness, is to be commended for trying to resolve the long-standing controversy in a way that meets the needs of those on the streets. His administration has agreed to establish indoor facilities offering those who are homeless healthy meals in a dignified setting, as well as access to services that meet their broader needs. The administration has also proposed a commission to develop long-term responses to the needs of people who are hungry, including those who are in shelters or on the streets.