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Residents and service providers press Tompkins County for better CodeBlue oversight and shelter follow‑up
Summary
Multiple public speakers told the legislature about deteriorating conditions in contracted CodeBlue hotels, hazardous encampments, and maintenance and safety problems at supportive‑housing sites; outreach providers asked for stronger DSS oversight, grievance procedures and trauma‑informed training.
Several residents and service providers used the privilege of the floor at the Jan. 21 Tompkins County Legislature meeting to press for improved responses to homelessness, shelter conditions and encampment safety.
Public concerns raised
Laura Watkins described alleged unsafe and unhygienic conditions at the county’s CodeBlue shelter — including overflowing toilets and needles — and said she and other guests had filed grievances with the Department of Social Services. She said some shelter staff have treated guests in a…
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