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House of Hope has acquired building in Hartsville; council to be re-engaged on warming/cooling shelter
Summary
City staff said House of Hope's new CEO (John) has acquired the old arts building on West Carolina Avenue through private donation and plans to operate a warming (and cooling) shelter and services site; the organization plans to brief council in a future meeting about partnership and support.
City staff told the council that House of Hope has acquired a building in Hartsville and is moving forward with plans to offer warming and (as needed) cooling shelter services and related support.
The manager said House of Hope’s new CEO, identified in the meeting as John, has closed on the building (described as the old arts building near Cruiser’s gas station on West Carolina Avenue) through private donation, which removes the need for modular/FEMA structures. Staff said House of Hope has raised funds independently for the site and will pursue partnerships with local ministerial or interfaith organizations for operations and services.
Staff indicated the organization will re-engage the council with more details, possibly at the regular council meeting in July, and the mayor and manager emphasized the city should strongly consider partnering because the nonprofit already controls a physical site. No formal city commitment or vote was recorded during the session; the presentation was informational and staff said more information will follow.
The manager clarified this House of Hope site is separate from other city projects on Washington Street and welcomed further conversation as plans are developed.
