Representative Morrison commented on the need for county and state computer systems to share welfare data. Mr. Bremer responded. Ms. Sparrow commented on Denver's issues with welfare reform, client barriers, self-sufficiency, transportation and housing issues. She pointed out that the availability of low cost housing is a major problem. Community based organization and the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless are working on housing issues.
Transportation is another problem.
Mothers getting their children to child care, for example and to a licensed home provide problems in the transportation arena. There is a transportation assistance program that will assist clients. Child care is another issue. Ms. Sparrow said that Denver is continuing to provide innovative approaches with the Educare Program with the child care program. She spoke about long-term barriers and how Denver deals with the most difficult to employ individuals.