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Commissioners discuss outreach, warming stations and PATH response amid cold snap
Summary
Commissioners and county staff discussed outreach to people experiencing homelessness during a cold snap, encouraged calls to 211, described PATH-team outreach and noted use of hotel placements when shelter beds are full.
Commissioners and county staff discussed outreach options and services for people experiencing homelessness during a severe cold snap at the Jan. 23 Mahoning County Board of Commissioners meeting.
Staff and speakers described the county's current approach — PATH-team outreach, 211 referrals and limited hotel placements when shelter beds are full — and urged residents who encounter people outdoors to call 211 for assistance. The discussion emphasized that officials cannot force shelter on an adult who declines services.
During public and staff comments, several presenters urged caution because of the cold weather and encouraged the public to notify the county when someone is outside and may need help. One…
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