Rescind low barrier for the warming center Public Comment from McKenna TinsethHello,
I am emailing in regards to the warming center and rescinding the low barrier. I am a young mother who has lived in Kalispell her whole life. It truly breaks my heart to see how downhill
Kalispell has gone since the warming center has welcomed it’s occupants into our backyards. This town does not feel as safe as it once did. I don’t feel comfortable going on walks with
my baby by myself and I feel sad that none of our parks feel safe anymore.
Ever since the incident with Matt at fuel fitness (my husband and I were long term members), I have worried about my dad whom works close by and is often by himself. He has had to kick
people off of his front porch and this makes me extremely uncomfortable for him.
This center does nothing for the betterment of its occupants. It’s a crutch for those who do not want to improve themselves and overcome their circumstances. I understand the need for
help but this is not the location to do so. Furthermore, we should be encouraging health and long term stability for these individuals.
Bottom line, we need safety and stability in our neighborhoods. Not to mention the lowering of property value. Kids should be able to walk in their yard and play in parks without their
parents worrying about human excrement, needles, profanity and physical safety.
Thank you for your attention to this matter
Sincerely,
McKenna Reyna