Originally Posted By: Ian
Originally Posted By: Montanero

Many (most) brought nothing with them to the shelter.


Perhaps they could be introduced to the concept of a 'Ticket'.

Entry to many venues requires you to tender a ticket before entry, this may be bought beforehand or at the door.

In this case, and for people expecting to shelter with me, it means bringing something useful: food, drink, batteries, ham radio, whatever. It would be more acceptable if the 'Ticket' were enough to exceed their expected stay but anything showing an acknowledgement of their use of resources is acceptable.


Shelters are generally used by people who have no other option. So generally the poor or less abled people. So adding a requirement to those are defeating the point.
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