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Ellensburg leaders weigh shelter options; HopeSource reports strong volunteer support for cold-weather shelter

City of Ellensburg and Kittitas County Board of Commissioners (Joint Special Meeting) · May 8, 2025

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Summary

HopeSource delivered a positive report on the 2024–25 cold weather shelter and requested more shower days, cots and day storage; City Manager proposed leasing a church building for 2025–26 and recommended halting active siting for a sleep center in favor of continuing the seasonal shelter.

HopeSource CEO Susan Grindle and HopeSource Navigator Billy Brimley reported to the joint meeting on May 8, 2025 about the 2024–25 cold weather seasonal shelter in Ellensburg. Grindle said volunteers and food donations reduced operating costs and that attendees gave positive feedback; program staff…

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