Viviscent Wellness Foundation Daily Brief – March 3, 2025

• Meeting with Winter Haven, FL Community Service Officer: Viviscent Wellness Foundation (VWF) presented its innovative housing initiatives, including the Hemp Bale Village, container housing, and the Entrepreneurial Village, aimed at tackling homelessness and housing insecurity.
• Community Feedback and Concerns: The Winter Haven Community Service Officer relayed that significant community concerns were raised about having emergency and transitional housing within city limits. The majority expressed reservations about these initiatives being located in close proximity to residential neighborhoods or commercial zones.
• Community and Workforce Development: The foundation discussed its intent to establish workforce training and entrepreneurial development programs. However, concerns about local acceptance suggest these may require alternative sites or adjustments to project scope.
• Potential Use of Local Resources and Land: Discussions included exploring available lands and local resources outside city boundaries due to community opposition within Winter Haven city limits.

Immediate Actions Required:

• VWF to explore alternate locations outside Winter Haven city limits.
• Initiate community outreach to better gauge local sentiment and address concerns raised by residents and businesses.

Next Steps:

• Schedule a follow-up meeting with city officials to discuss possible relocation of project sites to county or rural areas more agreeable to residents and local businesses.

Revised Long-Term Goals:

• Continue fostering economic development and community resilience through sustainable housing projects at sites acceptable to the broader community.
• Collaborate closely with local governments and stakeholders to align project development with community interests and zoning requirements.

Viviscent Wellness Foundation Contact Information: Email: support@viviscentwellnessfoundation.org
Phone: 919-914-0893