The mayors also announced a "call to action" to the Administration, Congress, state and local governments, the private and non-profit sectors, and all Americans to do their part to address growing hunger and homelessness in our nation. Specifically, the mayors -

· Called on Congress to immediately consider and build upon President Bush's request for aid to the homeless, as part of a comprehensive effort to end homelessness within ten years;

· Called on Congress and the Administration to enact a national housing agenda, based on the recommendations mayors submitted earlier this year, which would put tens of thousands of Americans to work;

· Called on Congress to streamline federal anti-hunger programs and provide additional outreach resources; and

· Urged all Americans to donate their time, money, and excess food to help combat hunger and homelessness.