Anchorage Assembly members will consider next Tuesday whether to extend the Sullivan Arena’s use as a shelter, specifically for people with the most severe mobility, mental health and behavioral health issues.
The Anchorage Coalition to End Homelessness hasn’t taken a position on the proposal to step-down capacity. But the coalition on Wednesday did advocate for keeping the Sullivan open one extra day.
Zaletel is also a member of the Assembly. She recuses herself from votes having to do with the coalition’s work. informed some ways to smooth the transition this year. She said there will be a pop-up event in the Sullivan’s parking lot on April 26 to provide some basic necessities for people who will be camping outside, and targeted outreach to address food and water plans.
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