The following message was sent on behalf of Big Bend Continuum of Care (BBCoC), Connecting Everyone with Second Chances (CESC)/The Kearney Center, Family Promise of the Big Bend, Capital City Youth Services, Leon County Government and the City of Tallahassee.

Based on the recommendation of local health experts and due to persistently cold overnight temperatures at or below 35 degrees on the above nights, local governments and community partners will establish overnight shelters to ensure the safety of homeless people.

All overnight activities will be conducted in accordance with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines and in coordination with Leon County Emergency Management. Public health safety measures include socially distanced sleeping, face coverings and enhanced hygiene practices.