On Tuesday, The Open-Door Network celebrated a groundbreaking ceremony for their new location. Community members and residents came out to support the project finally coming to life.
- This facility will hold 350 beds for homeless and residents who need help.
- Organizers plan for this location to be done by end of 2026, early 2027.
- The facility is over 75,000 square fit, and will be broken up into four buildings.
BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:
Helping those in need is what the Open Door Network prides itself on. Whether it’s sexual abuse, domestic violence or even homelessness they want the community to know they have an open hand. I’m Eric J. Dockery, your Bakersfield neighborhood reporter. On Tuesday they held a groundbreaking ceremony for their new Bakersfield location.
Community members from all over Kern County came out to support this new establishment. Bringing hope to those who need an extra hand in the community.
U.S Congressman David Valadao said “This is a groundbreaking for The Open Door Network. They’re building a homeless shelter here, and complete facility with the child care, health care, and all different types of services for those who need it most. The reason I’m here is I was able to secure about $9 million for this project here from the federal government, and try to get this project built in the next year and a half.”