Demonstrators in Sheepshead Bay protested against plans for a 169-family homeless shelter, initially approved as affordable housing. They argued the city misled them by switching the project without resident input. Participants, including mayoral candidates, voiced outrage, highlighting concerns about safety for children near shelters. Local residents expressed frustration and a desire for affordable housing over homeless shelters, reflecting the community's opposition and sentiment that the city's handling of the situation is broken and threatens local peace.
"The mayor refuses to come and talk to the community. None of the other mayoral candidates will come here and take a stand."
"As you can see the community is outraged. We want affordable housing. That's what this community was told and they agreed to it."
Collection
[
|
...
]