Ward 5 News with Council Member Pearll Warren: Week of April 24

Hello Ward 5 Neighbors and Family,

As this week comes to an end, I want to take a moment to encourage each of you to take care of yourselves. In the midst of everything happening around us, your well-being matters.

I also want to say how proud I am of Ward 5. Time and time again, I’ve seen our community show up for one another, checking in on neighbors, offering support, and standing together in meaningful ways. That spirit is what makes this community strong.

I’m glad to share that there is now additional support to match those efforts. The City has developed a rental assistance plan, and applications are now open. This is an important opportunity, not only to apply if you need support, but also to help others who may need assistance navigating the process. You’ll find more information and application links in the newsletter below.

While Operation Metro Surge placed many of us in a difficult position and required a great deal of response, it’s important to remember that our work is not finished. Many of the challenges we face in Ward 5 existed long before this moment. As we continue to recover, let’s also stay committed to the long-term work of strengthening our neighborhoods.

With the warmer months here, we know what that means, Northside is outside. This is a time to reconnect, to be present in our community, and to support one another in visible and meaningful ways. I look forward to seeing many of you at our upcoming events.

As we head into the weekend, please remember to be kind to yourselves and to others.

Take care, and have a great weekend.

The rest of Council Member Warren’s newsletter can be found here.