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Hospitality

Lending a hand to temporary housing

Story & Photos by Jason Miller

Fort Irwin/NTC PAO frigerator; washer and dryer; walk-in closet; and a comfortable bedroom with a at screen T.V.,
For incoming Army Soldiers and families waiting for housing here, temporary lodging can be included is an extended cable package.
challenging. When on post accommodations are at full occupancy, service members, contractors
and distinguished guest are left searching for lodging in Barstow, Calif., some 35 miles away. To nd out more information, or how to reserve your stay call 855.879.7970, or email ir-
“During the PCS season, Soldiers and families can be on a wait list from a couple days, to winlodging@madisonhosptality.com
sometimes weeks,” said Sandra Key, Director of the Residential Communities Initiative.
To help with temporary housing issues, a new partnership was developed between Michael’s
Management Services and Madison Hospitality, which will open up many unoccupied Town
Center Terrace apartments for Soldiers and families, contractors, distinguished guests and Sol-
diers on TDY for training.
“ is will open up more opportunities and will help with the over ow from the Landmark
Inn,” said Key.
Currently, there are eight units available, however they plan to open up 30 to 40 units for
the extended traveler at the prevailing per diem rate.
“We are a temporary solution for those who are waiting for permanent housing and a good
solution for those who are here for TDY training, VIP’s as well,” said Benjamin Farmery, Owner
of Madison Hospitality, “For the extended stay traveler, it’s nice to be able to do your own laundry
and cook your own meals.”
Units come fully furnished with a spacious living room area; large kitchen with full size re-

For more information go to www.irwin.army.mil