Marshal’s Homeless Action Responses Team Activity Report [Clifton Knight, City Marshal (I), Dallas Marshal’s Office]

Summary

The Public Safety Committee reviews the Marshal’s Homeless Action Response Team (HART) activity report for September and October 2025, presented by Interim City Marshal Clifton Knight. The report details HART's collaboration with the Office of Homeless Solutions, code enforcement, and crisis response teams in addressing homeless encampments. Key activities include responding to 190 (Sept) / 182 (Oct) encampment locations, cleaning 58 (Sept) / 46 (Oct) encampments, and contacting 310 (Sept) / 331 (Oct) unsheltered individuals.

Citizen Impact

This report details ongoing efforts to manage homeless encampments and support unsheltered individuals, impacting public safety, cleanliness of public spaces, and services for vulnerable populations in Dallas.

Confidence

high