In Regards to the Conditional Use Permit Discussion from Vicki WalbruchJudi Funk
From: vicki.marie52@gmail.com
Sent: Friday, April 19, 2024 9:55 AM
To: Kalispell Meetings Public Comment
Subject: EXTERNAL In Regards to the Conditional Use Permit Discussion
Dear Kalispell City Council Members
I received these video links from a friend in Helena. I hope you take the time to
view this video as it provides a fair representation of our Flathead County
unhoused before your work session discussion on the conditional use permit.
We cannot compare our unhoused to those in the larger cities such as Seattle
and Portland. These are individuals with ties to our Flathead County.
The root of homelessness is complex. It is not an individual's choice. A lack of
mental health, recovery facilities and supportive housing compounds the
situation. These much -needed resources are not financially supported by our
government. These are critical for our unhoused community. The Flathead
Warming Center provides resources to our "guests" to assist them with that
hand up and not a handout. As a third -year volunteer I have seen the benefits of
those resources as they are utilized.
Where is the compassion and understanding for these individuals? In the words
of Kevin Nye "homelessness ENDS WITHA HOME."
Here's the link to the homeless video about Homeless in Helena. The panel
discussion has some audio issues.
• The film can be viewed here: https://www.helenacivictv.org/on-
demand/5.38�
• The panel discussion that followed is available
here: https://www.helenacivictv.org/on-demand/5388 along with the
video.
We take care of each other in the Flathead!
Sincerely,
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Mobile: 406-471-1034
134 Fairway Blvd, Kalispell MT 59901-2770
Email: vicki.marie52&gmail.com