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At its meeting Saturday, the county approved use of building partially as a year-round homeless shelter that will offer services intended to move people from the street to permanent housing. more »
Mar 20, 2013 by Steve Thurston in Countywide
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The county has not made a decision about security at the new Homeless Services Center, staff said. Since neighboring residents are concerned, “we are considering security options." Neighbors released crime data gotten in a FOIA request. more »
Feb 15, 2013 by Natalie Kornicks in Countywide (2 Comments)
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Given that the shelter is coming, county staff was listening to people as they discussed security near the site and how things such as doorway entrances, window treatment and a smokers' area might help fit the shelter onto the block. more »
Dec 8, 2012 by Steve Thurston in Countywide
Our two-minute Quicksilver podcast recaps a unanimous county board vote Saturday morning to purchase the building at 2020 N. 14th St., despite the concerns of a neighboring condominium association. more »
Nov 19, 2012 in Countywide
It’s been a long time coming for the Arlington County Board and for supporters of a year-round, fully functioning homeless services center in Arlington, but Saturday’s vote by the board should make both groups happy. more »
Mar 15, 2013 by Steve Thurston in About Arlington (1 Comments)
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Office tenants face eviction when the county takes over; it's expensive and disruptive to move, so they are concerned. more »
Dec 15, 2011 by Steve Thurston in About Arlington
At Wednesday night's community budget forum, the few people who showed up, conversed with the county manager about services and Arlington lifestyles. more »
Dec 9, 2011 by Steve Thurston in About Arlington
