Rhode Island's first pallet shelter is open.
State and local officials, residents, and others gathered for yesterday's grand opening at ECHO Village on Victor Street in Providence.
Governor Dan McKee reinforced his administration's commitment to addressing homelessness across the state.
ECHO Village is now home to 45 one-room pallet units, four offices, three hygiene units with four full baths, a laundry, and more.
(Photo: The Governor's Office)