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social-issues2 years ago•4 min saved

Bemidji Housing Crisis: Residents Evacuated, Hopelessness Looms

All 47 residents of Red Pine Estates, a subsidized housing facility in Bemidji, were evacuated within six days after the city deemed the building structurally unsound. The evacuation required a large community effort, with volunteers and even the local football team assisting in moving residents and their belongings. However, the closure of this building adds to the shortage of housing in Bemidji, with four subsidized housing buildings closing in the last nine months. Many residents expressed feelings of hopelessness and criticized the building's owner for not providing more assistance. The future housing situation for these residents remains uncertain.

via MPR News|

#bemidji #evacuation #homelessness

housing2 years ago•1 min saved

Mass Evacuation of Bemidji Apartment Building Raises Safety Concerns

Residents of an apartment building in Bemidji, Minnesota, have been given six days' notice to move out after the structure was deemed unsafe. An inspection revealed signs of fatigue, including spongey floors and ceilings pulling away from walls. Preliminary recommendations called for the immediate evacuation of certain units and further evaluation of the building, stating that it should not be occupied long-term. The community has rallied together to support affected residents, with a Facebook page created to coordinate assistance and a GoFundMe campaign raising nearly $9,000 in donations.

via KVLY|

#apartment-building #bemidji #community-support

housing2 years ago•2 min saved

Red Pine Estates Residents Forced to Leave Due to Safety Concerns, Beltrami County Considers New Jail Site

Residents of Red Pine Estates in Bemidji have been ordered to vacate the apartment complex by July 6 due to concerns about the structural safety of the building. The order comes after two separate structural engineers were unable to determine if the building was safe or unsafe. The owners of Red Pine Estates are working with residents and city officials to ensure their safety and comply with the evacuation order.

via The Bemidji Pioneer|

#bemidji #evacuation #housing

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Multiple Fatal Incidents in Bemidji and Moorhead

A man was found dead after being stabbed multiple times in Bemidji, and multiple suspects have been arrested. Witnesses provided descriptions of the suspects and the residence they fled to, and a SWAT team was used to serve a warrant on the residence. The identities of the suspects have not been released, and there doesn't appear to be a threat to the public. The investigation is ongoing.

via The Bemidji Pioneer|

#bemidji #crime #investigation