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San Jose says unsheltered homelessness fell 30%. The county hasn’t reviewed its model

The dramatic result would bolster Mayor Matt Mahan's efforts, but the numbers haven't been confirmed by the region’s official homelessness count.

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The Mercury News· Sep 17, 2:02 AMSan Jose says unsheltered homelessness fell 30%. The county hasn’t reviewed its model

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