Overview

• A survey of nearly 600 municipalities found that 34.6% are operating in 'crisis mode,' with 5% describing their situation as 'overwhelmed' or in 'emergency mode.'
• The primary challenge cited is the severe lack of affordable housing, forcing some municipalities to rely on temporary solutions like containers and sports halls.
• Other significant issues include insufficient funding, limited access to integration and language courses, and gaps in healthcare and early childhood education services.
• Despite the difficulties, many municipalities praise the contributions of volunteer networks and civil society groups, though signs of volunteer fatigue are emerging.
• Local governments are calling for increased federal and state support, including more funding and investments in social housing, to address the ongoing crisis.