OEV BIA and The Ark unified ahead of public meetings about homelessness [Video]

Co-existing at the epicentre of London’s homelessness crisis has at times strained the relationship between the Old East Village’s (OEV’s) business community and agencies that provide frontline services.

But on Tuesday, the relationship took a big step forward—together.

Leadership at the OEV Business Improvement Area (BIA) and Ark Aid Street Mission announced they are unified by a common goal to alleviate suffering and return the area to prosperity.

“We need to come together,” said Kevin Morrison, general manger of the OEV BIA. “We need to work together and come up with solutions that are going to be good for everybody.”

“We should not be the only door open,” added Sarah Campbell, executive director at The Ark. “We need to see services across our city, not just congregated in Old East Village. Together we’re stronger in advocating for that message.”

But the community collaboration still needs residents and homeowners to get …