A partially-completed pallet shelter on Tuesday, April 13, 2021. (Amanda Loman/Salem Reporter)
The city of Salem is currently considering five new location for micro shelter villages, small buildings meant to serve as a transition out of homelessness.
The city is holding three forums on the proposed locations and has an online survey where people can give feedback.
The city is considering city-owned Peace Plaza, the space between the library and City Hall, at 555 Liberty Street S.E.
It is also considering four other locations on private property.
They are:
– 1940 Fairgrounds Road N.E.
-2410 Turner Road S.E.
-1280 Center Street N.E.
-The northwest corner of Northeast Front and Hood Streets
The first forum is on Jan. 11 from noon to 1 p.m. on Zoom.
The second is on Jan. 13 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Broadway Commons in the Grant/Highland Rooms (206/207). Masks are required.
The third is on Jan. 19 from noon to 1 p.m. on Zoom.
This article was updated to correct the address on Fairgrounds Road which was incorrectly listed in a city news release.
-Saphara Harrell
