Resource Center FAQ
Below are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions and concerns regarding the new homeless services resource centers. If you can’t find the answer to your question here, please contact the Mayor’s Office at 801-535-7704 or the City Council Office at 801-535-7600. The Homeless Services Resource Guide is another tool that can be used to find information.
Our community is committed to providing safe shelter and connections to services for our neighbors experiencing homelessness.
Why are new homeless resource centers being built in Salt Lake City?
How many new homeless resource centers will be built in Salt Lake City? How big will they be?
The new facilities were developed with safety in mind. Facilities are designed with clear sight lines, lighting, and good visibility from the street and building. The scattering of locations across the city will also help reduce criminal activity, by decreasing the concentration of people at each site. Three public workshops were held in January 2017 to receive public input on the design of the facilities and how to mitigate community concerns. These workshops focused on three primary design-oriented themes: Where are the new homeless resource centers located?
What is a homeless resource center?
How are the new homeless resource centers different from current shelter facilities?
Why are all the new homeless resource centers being built in Salt Lake City and not surrounding communities?
How were the sites for the new homeless resource centers chosen?
How will the city address safety concerns about the new homeless resource centers?
How will these facilities be paid for?
Where can I find more information on current homeless services and ways I can help homeless individuals and families?
Public Meetings