Charlottesville City Council Advances Low Barrier Shelter Plans Amid Community Concerns
- Meeting Overview:
Overview: In a meeting filled with discussions on homelessness and community development, the Charlottesville City Council approved the acquisition of a property on Holiday Drive for a low barrier shelter, supported by a $6.3 million investment from surplus funds. This decision, aimed at addressing the city’s pressing homelessness issue, ignited a wave of public comments, with both support and opposition voiced by residents and local business owners.
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Juandiego Wade
City Council Officials:
Brian Pinkston, Natalie Oschrin, Michael Payne, Lloyd Snook
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Meeting Type:
City Council
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
10/20/2025
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Recording Published:
10/20/2025
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Duration:
273 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Virginia
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County:
Albemarle County
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Towns:
Charlottesville
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