Trail City Council is set to determine the fate of the La Nina homeless shelter on Riverside Avenue next week.
BC Housing and the City of Trail entered into a lease agreement for the 25-bed shelter at 2039 Riverside Ave last September.
At that time, the City approved a one-year Temporary Use Permit (TUP), which is set to expire on September 10, 2025.
As a result, BC Housing has submitted a request to renew the TUP, which council will consider at its July 21 meeting.
A statement from BC Housing says the renewal would allow the Trail Association for Community Living to continue operating the 25-bed shelter and providing much-needed supports and services for people experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness.
There are currently no other shelter options in Trail. BC Housing notes that, compared to the previous Bay Avenue shelter, the Riverside Avenue facility offers more indoor communal space for programs, an outdoor common area, and storage.
Because this shelter is purpose-built, it also offers enhanced safety and security features for the benefit of both shelter guests and the surrounding community.
These include:
- Maximizing views of parking areas, entrances, sidewalks and other public spaces
- Fenced properties and gates
- Fob entry
- Security cameras
- Lighting
If the City agrees to renew the TUP, the shelter would be permitted to continue operating for another three years.
Residents who feel affected by the proposed renewal are encouraged to attend the July 21 meeting or submit feedback by July 16.
To join via Zoom or send comments, email ca@trail.ca
Full details on the shelter, including a summary of community feedback and frequently asked questions, can be found here.
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