The Oaks Village homeless shelter in Monroe was forced to close its doors Friday after city leaders said a recent inspection uncovered multiple life safety concerns.
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Monroe homeless shelter forced to close due to major safety concerns
The closure leaves dozens of people who were actively using the shelter quickly searching for a new place to rest.
Garry Moore, executive director of Oaks Village, said 48 people were staying at the facility when the announcement was made.
According to the City of Monroe, Oaks Village initiated an inspection to obtain a certificate of occupancy. The inspection revealed major safety concerns with the building, including electrical hazards, questions surrounding emergency evacuation paths, and the lack of a carbon monoxide and fire suppression system…