[OMS_MANAGERS] Registration Available for Rural Forward Event on 5/19

[Sheridan Revitalization]

Hello,

I wanted to pivot back to this discussion that was brought up in April of
this year about what cities are doing related to the homeless issue. Our
Main St Group (Sheridan Revitalization) is now part of a housing taskforce,
which was set-up by our mayor and city council, to look into
possible avenues the city can take. We are most likely going to be looking
into a mobile shower/washer unit, supporting a soup kitchen and a resource
center that could be staffed maybe one day a week. The task force is
meeting for the first time tomorrow and I was hoping to get some
information on how smaller cities like Sheridan have been able to deal with
this.

We obviously want to protect our downtown and the parks, and priority
really is on keeping our town safe for families and children, but as the
homeless issue continues to compile, the council needs to take action. Have
any smaller towns been able to find good solutions that don't encourage
homeless to move into the area, but help support those who are homeless
there to improve their situation? We are looking for effective programs and
grants that can help fund them. Any information is appreciated!

Thank you,
Tkeisha
Sheridan Revitalization Movement

On Sun, Apr 16, 2023 at 8:11 PM Spruce Up Warrenton <
spruceupwarrenton at gmail.com> wrote:

> Something you might want to research is the possibility of your non-profit
> leasing the park ($1 for 10 years etc), which I believe it would then be
> classified as private property. In the lease agreement you and the city can
> word it that the city would still maintain the property but your
> organization would have the freedom to set the rules and regulations when
> pertaining to the homeless, like being able to legally remove them.  Just a
> thought………
> Jeanne Smith
> Spruce Up Warrenton
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> Sent from my iPhone
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> On Apr 13, 2023, at 8:03 PM, Sally Gilcrease <
> sally.gilcrease at cascadehassonsir.com> wrote:
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> Thank you!
>
> Sent from my iPhone
> Sally Gilcrease
> Cascade Hasson SI Realty
> 503-307-0807 mobile
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> On Apr 13, 2023, at 6:00 PM, David Milliron <dmilliron at northbendcity.org>
> wrote:
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> Here is a great article to explain the state and federal case law, for
> those not aware
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> https://bit.ly/3MDLtZX
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> And, feel free to follow North Bend’s efforts
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> https://www.northbendoregon.us/homelessnessresources
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> *From:* OMS_MANAGERS <oms_managers-bounces at omls.oregon.gov> *On Behalf Of
> *Sally Gilcrease
> *Sent:* Thursday, April 13, 2023 4:55 PM
> *To:* Oregon Main Street Network Members <oms_managers at omls.oregon.gov>
> *Subject:* Re: [OMS_MANAGERS] Registration Available for Rural Forward
> Event on 5/19
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> Hello,
>
> I have a question for the group regarding Oregon HB3115 (I believe that is
> correct) which requires that every city provide a public area for sleeping
> for the homeless, which must include lavatory facilities (porta potty and
> handwashing at a minimum). If cities do not comply, they will be denied
> state funds. This requirement came to our attention at our most recent
> meeting at City  Hall.
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> We are a small rural town of about 1100 people, and we do rely on state
> funding for numerous budgetary needs. We have TWO public places, only TWO,
> that could be used for homeless camping!   One is a small park on Main
> Street, in full view of commercial buildings and residences. And we are
> trying desperately to upgrade Main Street! The other is a large public park
> which is adjacent to Cow Creek and our city's water supply, as well as play
> ground, walking path, and city maintenance buildings.  Our city manager has
> informed us that the city MUST provide camping areas on one of those two
> areas, as the city owns no other properties in our city limits that are
> vacant or could provide enough space for campers.  Granted, there would be
> restrictions on the time campers can stay on site, but we all know how that
> goes. The city will be responsible for clean up daily as well.
>
>
>
> Our small town has worked diligently at keeping the problem of homeless
> folks from "taking over" our streets, under bridges, parks, etc. Now it
> seems we must make room for them on Main Street.  What is everyone else
> doing? Small town Oregon, anywhere, what is being discussed in your little
> cities?
> Sincerely,
> Sally Gilcrease
>
> Riddle Downtown Development
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> 503-307-0807
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