Everett's third Pallet shelter project moves forward

EVERETT — The city of Everett plans to open its third tiny-home shelter site in December for women and children experiencing homelessness.

On Oct. 29, the City Council approved agreements with Volunteers of America Western Washington for the 20-unit Pallet shelter site at Sievers Duecy Boulevard and Glenwood Avenue.

Pallet, an Everett-based company, makes tiny homes designed to be built in less than one hour per unit. In addition to the 20 pallets, the site will house two community buildings and restroom facilities. The site will also have 24/7 security. The city anticipates the program will last for two years, according to the project summary provided to the council. Volunteers of America will manage the site, per the management agreement.

The city and Volunteers of America aim to provide stable housing for single women and their children, with the goal of moving participants into more permanent housing within a year. Participants would also receive wraparound services, case management support and education, Everett Community Development Director Julie Willie told The Daily Herald in May.

https://www.heraldnet.com/news/everetts-third-pallet-shelter-project-moves-forward/