Homelessness is a multifaceted problem

Homelessness is a multifaceted, contentious issue and it's important to acknowledge that there is no one right answer that will single-handedly solve the problem. We are listening and understand concerns of the residents, business owners, and other community members who have to deal with this issue and the direct and indirect impacts on our community. We intend to deliver solutions.

Responding to homelessness has been a focus for many years in Shelton and Mason County. In this column, I'd like to provide some more background information on the legal and other constraints the city faces when ad...