SACRAMENTO, Calif. —

Elected leaders from across Sacramento County gathered in downtown Sacramento Tuesday for an all-day discussion about the homelessness crisis in the area and to discuss paths toward effective solutions.

The joint meeting marked the first time representatives from Sacramento, Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Galt, Folsom and Rancho Cordova came together as one body to address the mounting issue.

"We have not had everybody in one room at one time, so that in itself is an impressive feat,” said Brian Pedro, Department of Community Response Director for the city of Sacramento. “The challenge is every city has a different crisis.”

Pedro described homelessness as a crisis for the city of Sacramento, adding he’s worried about cuts to federal, state and local funding while recog

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