Letter to the Editor

Sunrise Homes thanks community for support after fire destroys apartment complex
To the editor:
     On April 2, the Sheffield community experienced a great loss when the north building of the Sunrise Homes caught fire and was a total loss. It contained five apartments plus a laundry room. Four of the apartments were occupied, and fortunately all residents got out safely.
     We are grateful for the help given by the Sheffield Fire Department, Hampton and Rockwell Fire Departments, Sheffield EMS and Police, Franklin County Sheriff's Department and County Emergency Management. Thank you also to the Red Cross, Salvation Army, Sheffield Pharmacy, Sharing Shoppe and many individuals, churches and organizations who donated money and gift certificates to the residents who lost their homes. It was all very much appreciated.
     The four residents who lived in the building have all found other housing and are being provided for. The building will be demolished in the coming weeks and future plans are being discussed.
     Sunrise Homes, Inc. is a non-profit corporation, designated a 501c.4, which was built in 1971. The building, which was funded by USDA Rural Development, fka Farm and Home Administration (FmHA), was an apartment complex designated for elderly or disabled individuals. In later years, the corporation obtained a loan from United Bank & Trust and paid off the loan with USDA. It is overseen by a board of directors of seven members and professionally managed by Murphy Realty & Management, Inc. from Algona.
     We, as a board, have tried to make updates and improvements to the buildings to continue to provide good, affordable housing for the elderly and disabled. Community support is very much appreciated.
The Sheffield Sunrise Homes Board of Directors

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