Port Hueneme-- The City Council’s report of the situation among the homeless in the area on November 7 continues with Homeless Liasion Officer Henry Montelongo saying 12 residents of the homeless community were contacted about the City’s Backpack Medicine Program, and 11 were receptive to receiving services.
He pointed to issues at area hot spots and the Goodwill location at Channel Islands Blvd. and Victoria Avenue, where measures have been taken to protect employees at the location.
“What I do is lead doctors, social workers, and County Personnel to those locations,” he said. “I made contact with the homeless first and let them know they are not in trouble; I’m just trying to get you guys help. I have County here.”
He said once they are open to talking with the people offering backpack medicine, Montelongo connects them to the County employees and steps away.
“At least this way, they feel a little more open and speak to the County employees and not have to worry about them disclosing anything they might feel will get them in trouble with the Police Officers,” he said. “I’m within the area as a security option for the County personnel because you never…
