"Pepén: The biggest issue facing District 5 residents is the lack of affordable housing and access to safe, stable neighborhoods. Too many families are being priced out of Hyde Park, Mattapan, and Roslindale. The City Council must do more to preserve affordable housing, ensure equitable development, and hold city agencies accountable. I also hear growing concerns about street safety, from speeding to the need for better sidewalks and crosswalks. That's why I've fought for transportation infrastructure improvements that protect everyone on our roads."
"Pierre: The biggest issue facing District 5 is the continued lack of real investment in, and representation for, our District in City Hall. Out of a $4.6 billion city budget, our District receives just $1.5 million - the lowest of any Boston District. This reflects the inequality we see every day in our District's neighborhoods. Families are being priced out, seniors are struggling to stay in their homes, and young people are losing faith that they can build a future in the community where they grew up,"
District 5 faces a shortage of affordable housing and limited access to safe, stable neighborhoods, pushing families out of Hyde Park, Mattapan, and Roslindale. The City Council must act to preserve affordable housing, ensure equitable development, and hold city agencies accountable for delivery. Residents report street-safety problems including speeding and inadequate sidewalks and crosswalks, requiring transportation infrastructure improvements. District 5 receives minimal budget allocation relative to the city, contributing to inequality, low life expectancy in Mattapan, high infant mortality in Hyde Park, and worsening social and public-health outcomes. Targeted investment, representation, and funding are needed to reverse these trends.
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