Without adequate supports, shelters are just ‘legalized drug dens,’ says coun. Robinson
The two politicians shared jabs during the Thursday morning session of the Provincial Legislature
The city and council are waiting for a written declaration from the province invoking their powers
Penticton council voted Tuesday to reject the shelter’s extension for a second time
Council rejected BC Housing’s request to reconsider their previous decision
The province is partially responsible for over 1,000 residential units in the city
Council was provided with a plan for an audit the same day they rejected the permit extension request
Province will keep the shelter operational until new housing is available at Skaha, says Eby
BC Housing said it may override council’s decision to reject shelter extension
Coun. Akbal Mund’s motion comes at the same time Coun. Scott Anderson is calling for an audit of local housing projects
The city’s largest supportive housing non-profit opposes the audit, which would temporarily suspend all projects
Projects coming at a time when it is increasingly difficult for many to afford a roof over their head
Prices on the units are $1,300 for a one-bedroom and $1,550 for a two-bedroom, nearing area-average prices
Pleasant Valley Road closed for housing project in 4000 block, in addition to closure at Silver Star Road
Virtual neighbourhood information session on 52-unit project set for Aug. 26
Single mom struggles as supplement was her saving grace
Stephen Village will provide housing for people who have struggled to find stable housing
