In Borough Park, locals are organizing a rally to protest the opening of a new homeless shelter, which will accommodate 82 families with children. This shelter is noteworthy as it marks the first of its kind in this community. A spokesperson from the Department of Homeless Services (DHS) emphasized their commitment to equitable shelter siting, aiming to introduce new, high-quality shelter options in areas with previously limited capacity. This facility represents a significant step in addressing local shelter needs in the Council District.
"As part of our equitable shelter siting approach, we continue working to bring new, high-quality shelter sites to communities with no, or limited, shelter capacity," said a DHS spokesperson.
This new facility will be the first DHS shelter of any kind in this Council District.
Locals are hosting a rally on Thursday to protest a homeless shelter expected to open in Borough Park this year.
The shelter, which would be the first of its kind in this community, will house 82 families with children, according to a DHS spokesperson.
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