One of the most exciting opportunities to come along last year was The Palms Inn conversion. This project involves a public/private partnership including a local businessman, the County and Catholic Charities, among others, all working together to provide housing to some of our most vulnerable community members. The Palms Inn owner, Akash Kalia, has committed to turning his hotel into Single Room Occupancy (SRO) permanent supportive housing. The project will provide 104 residential units to homeless individuals, including 60 veterans, in a short time frame.