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Carbondale homeless outreach asks town for larger annual contribution as demand rises
Summary
Carbondale Homeless Assistance requested the town increase its historical $1,500 contribution to about $4,000 to cover expanded operating costs and shower-pass and emergency housing expenses; trustees said staff will review the request during budget discussions.
Lynn Kershner, who identified herself as representing Carbondale Homeless Assistance, told the Board of Trustees on Oct. 14 that the volunteer-run group has been operating locally for about 12 years and is requesting a larger town contribution to meet growing needs.
“For the record, my name is Lynn Kershner, and I'm here tonight representing Carbondale Homeless Assistance,” Kershner said. She described services the group provides, including shower passes (bought from the town recreation department), grocery cards, camping gear and referrals to…
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