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Council unanimously approves Conestoga Huts project
The first of the three huts will soon be occupied, The Gathering Place Executive Director Ginger Schmalenberg said.
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Conestoga Huts project moves forward after public hearing (Updated)
Dozens addressed Athens City Council about a proposal to allow use of temporary shelters at The Gathering Place.
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The proposed Conestoga hut location won’t damage our community
I know the ins and outs of my hometown. I feel that the proposal will help give a hand up instead of a handout for the homeless community members.
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Athens council confirms Conestoga hut support over law director advice
Athens Law Director Lisa Eliason said an ordinance allowing temporary shelters at The Gathering Place constitutes spot zoning.
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Athens council hears from public on proposed Conestoga huts project
A pilot program in Uptown Athens that would provide temporary shelter to unhoused persons drew mostly positive comments from the public at Monday evening’s Athens City Council meeting, although some voiced opposition.