bernadette anthony and canisha roads. thank you for joining me. providence foundation has proudly operated the oasis facility here as the emergency family shelter center since the start of the pandemic. march of 2020. providing a safe, secure resident, case management and support services to women and families. providence was introduced to the oasis by supervisor dean preston >> who not only assist in the obtaining the oasis hotel and also acysted in securing funds to operate and stay at the oasis. we have been here for over 3 years, a long time and the shelter in place contract will be here for the next 9 years. [applause] had the previous owners first expressed the intention so sell the oasis that meant that the shelter in place was at risk of closing down. st. anthony stepped up and st. anthony foundation is a testament to our unwaivering commitment to address homelessness and improving the lives of our most vulnerable population. here in the city. together, we have built more than a shelter, we have created hope and opportunity for those in ne