2021/03/17 Council Minutes - Laserfiche WebLink

• March 17, 2021 project on Broadway Avenue, the Cocoon House Facility, and Clare's Place off Evergreen Way. Council Member Murphy also recognized that the problems on Smith Avenue have worsened over the past few years. He stated that he believes that the Council needs to take more aggressive actions and expressed his hope that CARES Act funding will provide for more opportunities for housing options. Council Member Murphy expressed his support for the pilot pallet shelter project and underlined a need for a balanced approach to the homelessness issues,which include a commitment to the business community to create a safe and secure place for their workers and customers. He stated that businesses and workers in Everett are important part in creating an economic activity that helps to pay for a large portion of the services provided by the City. Council Member Murphy urged his colleagues to join him in supporting the proposed no-sit no-lie ordinance. Council Member Tuohy stated that the goal for the pallet program is to provide a safe space to those who are living on the streets. She stated that it will be a positive change for this area and for the homeless population. Council Member Tuohy expressed appreciation to the faith-based and service organizations who • provide meals and clothing.She stated that coordinated resource sites are needed to better serve the homeless population and asked for an update on what is available in the community. Council Member Tuohy acknowledged the need to address homelessness and impact mitigation in this area due to a criminal element. She expressed her support for the pallet program and for the proposed ordinance. President Stonecipher, in response to earlier comments regarding the need for outreach, stated that outreach efforts for the homeless populations are being made on a regular basis.She also commented on the vulnerability of the homeless population and a criminal activity and agreed with the balanced approach. President Stonecipher stated that the Council can always revisit this topic.She also spoke about a need to address the business community's concerns. Mayor Franklin spoke about a need to support the unhoused population and their protection. She stated it is a rare opportunity to have the available state funding, the City's unused property adjacent to the mission, and Everett Gospel Mission willingness to manage the program. She recognized a need for housing. Mayor Franklin also stated that the ordinance is needed to increase safety in the area and S 8