A businessman who would like to put a 24-hour treatment facility in Louisburg to help people with alcohol and chemical addictions has passed the first phase of the application process.
The Louisburg Planning Commission voted 8-0 to recommend approval of a special-use permit (SUP) for the Gold Bridge Treatment Center LLC, to be located at 105 E. Amity St. (Kansas Highway 68) in the former Omnivillage building. The matter now goes to the Louisburg City Council which have final approval. The council is scheduled to consider the SUP at its Oct. 21 meeting, according to city documents.
Gold Bridge Executive Director Joseph Hammer said he would provide in-patient treatment for up to 16 clients who are dealing with issues related to alcoholism and chemical dependency. The facility also would offer some outpatient services to help individuals remain clean and sober.
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