A significant increase in housing costs has led to a declaration of emergency. Rents have gone up substantially, with a notable rise over the past year. This surge has resulted in a large number of evictions being filed.

The situation has prompted action to be taken to support residents. More than a thousand eviction filings have been made so far this year.

Further details about the emergency declaration and the actions being taken are available from the source, including comments from the mayor about the need for urgent action to help residents.