Cash for Keys vs. Cash for "Trees"

[Brian Lucier]

Facing a difficult situation today. One of our landlords owns land for development which has become a favorite stomp for homeless people living in the woods. To add to the dilema, the hotel across the parking lot from this property has been converted to a covid recovery center. I have been requested by the Board of Health to assist in the removal first of the people living in the woods, then the removal of all of the stuff they brought in their which is not part of the environment. My plan this morning is to offer the people $10 for each shopping cart filled with trash onto the pavement of the parking lot. Calling it "Cash for Trees".

Looking for any experience from other property managers or situations you may have faced in cooperating with the homeless community. Our intent is to offer compassion and assistance. Not to take homeless people and - well, put them out out "another" street. 

Good to remember as we build our RE empires rolling out of a warm bed in our homes and trying to decide what is for breakfast as we stare into the fridge, in our kitchen, in our house - that homelessness is real. Another thought is to bring socks, underwear, food, and water. Not sure if this would offend anyone. Looking for thoughts and guidance.