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City council approves opioid-settlement funds and MOU to open emergency shelter at 96 Third Avenue West
Summary
Huntington City Council on April 28 approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to spend opioid-settlement funds and enter a memorandum of understanding with Valley Health Systems Inc. to renovate and operate an emergency shelter at 96 Third Avenue West.
Huntington City Council on April 28 approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to spend opioid-settlement funds and enter into a memorandum of understanding with Valley Health Systems Inc. to construct, equip and operate an emergency overnight shelter at 96 Third Avenue West.
The measure, brought by Mayor Farrell, authorizes three actions: expend opioid-settlement distribution funds to renovate the building, enter an MOU with Valley Health Systems Inc. as the lead community partner, and redirect previously approved operational funding to run the emergency shelter until the new facility opens. Councilmember Archer moved the resolution and Councilmember Holly Mount seconded the motion to adopt the measure as amended; council voted to approve it by voice vote.
Council members said the city intends to use the new facility for integrated homelessness care and addiction treatment services in addition to overnight emergency shelter. Mayor…
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