The Town of Smithers announced that they’re moving forward with multiple new initiatives that are intended to support the vulnerable and better safety in the community.
Town Council awarded a contract at their latest council meeting that will see security personnel patrol the downtown core and other strategic locations, while also looking out for the Temporary Overnight Sheltering Area by Town Hall.
The personnel will be active between the hours of 7 PM and 7 AM and they’re fully funded by the Resource Benefits Alliance.
Smithers also adopted a bylaw that they say gives bylaw officers the power to more effectively enforce shelter rules and support both health and safety for all site users.