Sechelt Mayor to Discuss B.C. Gov't Social Housing Plans Amid Downtown Concerns
The District of Sechelt is set to discuss the B.C. government's recent purchase of properties for social housing facilities in the city center. Community members and stakeholders have been invited to engage with the mayor and city council to address concerns and plan for the future.
The B.C. government has purchased two properties in Sechelt village for social housing facilities, sparking concerns from the local district. A 20-bed complex care facility is planned for Ebbtide Street, and a 40-bed supportive housing facility is set to be built across from the current supportive housing facility.
Mayor John Henderson and Council are worried about concentrating these facilities in the downtown area, fearing potential impacts on businesses and neighbors. Henderson has invited Housing Minister Christine Boyle and MLA Randene Neill to visit the area and discuss these concerns with residents. Henderson believes spreading out these facilities would be more beneficial.
Boyle has confirmed that wraparound support services will be available for residents in supportive housing. She looks forward to working with the mayor and council to ensure the new homes and complex care beds are effective and increase safety for the community. Henderson acknowledges the need to balance the community's concerns with those in need of supportive housing.
The District of Sechelt and the B.C. government are set to discuss the new care facility and supportive housing plans in Sechelt's city center. The mayor and council aim to address concerns, ensure the safety of the community, and balance the needs of all parties involved.
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