Emails About Dairy Drive

Hi everyone,
 
This week, we faced a very challenging decision: Should we prioritize support for those on the margins, potentially reducing services for many individuals experiencing homelessness, or should we proceed with the plan to disband the current site?
 
There have been numerous emails directed at my colleagues who did not support sustaining the site. Many of these messages have been attacking and shaming my colleagues for a difficult decision, as the complexities of this situation are far from straightforward.
 
Let me be clear: this decision was not easy. Diary Drive thrived thanks to funding we received from the federal government, which has now ended. The initiative was always intended to conclude in September 2025.
 
Growing up, I often heard the parable of the lost sheep, where the shepherd leaves the entire flock to search for one that is lost. This parable reflects my reason for voting as I did.
 
I urge everyone to stop attacking my colleagues and to offer grace as we continue to seek solutions to support our unhoused neighbors. We are all trying our best in an incredibly challenging situation.
 
Thank you for your understanding.