By CBS 13 Staff
SACRAMENTO (CBS13) – A hotel in north Natomas will soon become a shelter for the homeless.
On Tuesday afternoon, Sacramento city council members agreed to submit an application for $35 million in funding for the new Vista Nueva project.
But why such a big price tag? There are a few things driving the price, most of which are real estate-related. But Mayor Pro Tem Angelique Ashby says the difference this will make for families in our region is worth every penny.
“This project will be the city’s first shelter specifically addressing the needs of families experiencing homelessness,” said Ashby.
The old Staybridge Suites hotel is preparing to serve a new purpose.
“It has 110 rooms and we’re going to turn 100 of the rooms into permanent supportive housing,” she said. “And then 10 of the rooms will be emergency shelters.”
Sacramento Mayor Pro Tem Angelique Ashby helped spearhead the project to help meet a growing community need.
“There are hundreds of children sleeping on our streets every night,” said Ashby.
