McCleary is new BMAC Columbia, Garfield County Service Coordinator

WALLA WALLA – Blue Mountain Action Council (BMAC) hired Michelle McCleary as BMAC Services Coordinator for Columbia and Garfield Counties. McCleary will serve the region out of BMAC's office in Dayton, primarily providing housing support and connecting Columbia and Garfield County residents to other BMAC services.

"We are delighted to have Michelle join our Dayton office so we can improve our outreach and services in Columbia and Garfield Counties. With her knowledge of the region and BMAC, we look forward to being a great community partner and helping even more neighbors in need," said BMAC CEO Danielle Garbe Reser.

McCleary previously worked in BMAC's Walla Walla Office, providing emergency rental and utility assistance. She has been the Interim Services Coordinator in Dayton since May 18, following Karen Gleason's departure. As a long-time Columbia County resident, McCleary brings years of knowledge and experience to this position.

"I'm excited to have this opportunity to help my community, and I encourage people who might need assistance to contact me," said McCleary.

BMAC is a private non-profit and community action agency providing food, housing, jobs, and other assistance programs to residents of Walla Walla, Columbia, and Garfield Counties. It collaborates with partners to equitably deliver services and support to community members experiencing poverty. BMAC's Dayton office is at 115 South 2nd Street and is open Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to noon and 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. The office is open by appointment on Wednesdays and Fridays: call 509-382-7690 to schedule.

Learn more about BMAC's services at http://www.bmacww.org.