Michelle McCleary is BMAC's local service coordinator

DAYTON/POMEROY–Michelle McCleary has been named Blue Mountain Action Council's (BMAC) Services Coordinator for Columbia and Garfield Counties.

McCleary will serve the region out of BMAC's Dayton office at 115 South 2nd Street, primarily providing housing support but also connecting Columbia and Garfield County residents to other BMAC services.

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

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

"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 by collaborating with partners to equitably deliver services and support to those experiencing poverty. BMAC's Dayton office is open Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m., 12:30-5:00 p.m .; and by appointment on Wednesdays and Fridays by calling 509-382-7690 to schedule. https://www.bmacww.org.