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Council, nonprofits and public debate Adelphi shelter’s future; city issues RFP for replacements and transition
Summary
Councilors and speakers discussed RISE and Shelters of Saratoga’s roles at the Adelphi Street shelter, data on placement outcomes, and the city posted an RFP as it seeks new service providers and a transition plan; RISE agreed to extend operation through Dec. 31 if contracted and funded.
Public commenters and City Council members spent significant time at the May 20 meeting discussing the city’s low-barrier shelter operations and plans to transition shelter services.
Several residents told the council about personal experiences and concerns tied to homelessness and related services. “Recently bought a used car, and I had been reassured by both the dealer and the bank that, the payments would go through any day now. Lo and behold, came out of a prayer meeting to find the car on a flatbed,” said Debbie McGillworth during the public comment period while recounting a separate repossession incident that she said illustrated risks and enforcement practices impacting residents.
Council and staff revisited a letter from RISE, the nonprofit operator…
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