City Told to Diversify Public Housing Program
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From Times Wire Reports
Federal officials are recommending that Berkeley diversify its public housing program, suggesting that the city has been favoring black applicants.
The recommendations, which include a suggestion that Berkeley consider recruiting students from UC Berkeley, stem from a routine review by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Berkeley Housing Director Stephen Barton responded with a letter disputing the findings.
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