Wren believes housing options by early 2026 will offset lost beds at the centre
Brockville’s Co-Operative Care Centre, a 25-bed warming shelter for the homeless, faces closure after the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville voted to cut its funding effective December 31.
Mayor Matt Wren sincerely thanks the CCC staff for their tireless effort and dedication over these last few years.
Operated by the Brockville Housing Partnership, the centre’s management disputes the report behind the decision. Treasurer Tony Barnes hopes to present revised data and advocate for continued support in November.
Wren said it's unlikely the City of Brockville will cover costs through municipal taxes and noted that many taxpayers are struggling themselves.
Between the 25 supportive cabins operated by the John Howard Society at 1805 County Road 2 East, an additional 24 supportive housing units developed by the counties on that property, and the new, 50-bed HART Hub coming to the former home of Fulford Academy at 280 King Street East, Wren believes housing options by early 2026 will offset lost beds at the centre.
He remains open to hearing from the Housing Partnership before final judgment.
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