Summary
$50,000 in opioid settlement money will fund the Winter House cold shelter this winter, with another $50,000 planned through next year's budget for roughly a decade of operations.
At a glance
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jul 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
The fund holds $144,000, receiving about $30,000 a year, with $20,000 drawn annually from the balance.
People experiencing homelessness during winter months.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Jul 7, 2026
$50,000 in opioid settlement money will fund the Winter House cold shelter this winter, with another $50,000 planned through next year's budget for roughly a decade of operations.
City Council - Feb 3, 2026
The emergency cold shelter has hosted 30 guests since December 12, with four moving into stable housing and three employed. Advocates plan to work toward sustainable year-round shelter after February 28.
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