[txlseries4]

I wish downtown east did not have more than its fair share of supportive services for our troubled, homeless and addicted people. The entire city should be carrying its share.

You might already be aware, but the city has 7 new shelter sites planned for varying groups (eg: 66 Third St is for seniors) and none of them are in downtown east. Some councillors seem to be more willing to accept that people go homeless in all parts of the city and benefit from services in all wards

Developing Shelter Sites

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[Admiral Beez]

You might already be aware, but the city has 7 new shelter sites planned for varying groups

I wish the city would stop building shelters entirely. All of these locations should instead be permanent supportive housing.

Look at 2535 Gerrard St. E, for example. I used to live nearby, so know the area well. If you're in that shelter at night, what are you going to do during the day? Where do you go? It's the middle of no where, with only the very sporadic 135 bus from Warden to Main Stn for transport. OTOH, this location is ideal for permanent, supportive housing, since you have a home, not a cot, and can stay indoors all day.