Author(s):
Friends of the Woodwards Squat; The Coalition of Woodwards Squatters and Supporters
Series:
W.O.O.D.S.Q.U.A.T. Newsletter
Summary:
This is a newsletter from the Woodwards Squat. This issue consists of a letter from the Coalition of Woodwards Squatters and Supporters to the City Engineers Office concerning an ultimatum letter to clear the sidewalks of all obstructions (see W.O.O.D.S.Q.U.A.T. Newsletter # 32). It outlines reasons why the squat is necessary and the systemic reasons why housing cannot be found for the squatters. The letter includes a list of organizations and individuals that support the squatters. The letter demands the withdraw of the removal order and the housing of people.
Keywords:
Woodsquat; social housing; Woodwards; squatting; community mobilization; homelessness; housing demands; housing policy; welfare cuts; shelters; urban safety