Tag: public policy

Sterling’s Twin Cities PADS Homeless Shelter to Close Temporarily Due to Staffing and Funding Issues.

September 7, 2026

Sterling’s Twin Cities PADS Homeless Shelter, the sole emergency shelter for people experiencing homelessness in Whiteside County, will temporarily close starting September 1. The decision, announced on Friday, is due to challenges with staffing and…

Killeen City Council Debates Funding Solutions as Homeless Shelter Faces Closure

September 6, 2026

Killeen, Texas, is facing a critical moment as the Friends in Crisis homeless shelter confronts the possibility of closure by September 1 unless the city council secures new funding. This situation has brought to light…

DeKalb County Commission Approves New Location for Homeless Day Center at New Life Community Alliance

September 6, 2026

The DeKalb County Commission, during its May 26 meeting, approved a change in location for a planned day center aimed at supporting homeless individuals. Originally intended to open in partnership with New Life Community Alliance…

Manitowoc Warming Shelter Relocates to St. Paul Lutheran Church

September 6, 2026

In Manitowoc, a significant transition for a local warming shelter has taken place. The shelter, which provides crucial support to those facing housing insecurity, has moved to St. Paul Lutheran Church. This move reflects the…

City Officials Confirm Start of Controversial NYC Homeless Shelter Construction Amid Protests

September 5, 2026

In a significant development, construction on a controversial homeless shelter in Brooklyn is set to commence this week, despite ongoing protests and community opposition. The 150-bed men’s shelter, located at 86th Street and 25th Avenue…

NYC Homeless Shelters Increase by 50% in Four Years as Population Doubles

September 5, 2026

In the past four years, New York City has seen a significant increase in the number of homeless shelters, rising by nearly 50% from 333 to 499. This surge correlates with a doubling of the…

Manitowoc Warming Shelter Relocates to St. Paul Lutheran Church Amid Code Compliance Issues

September 5, 2026

The Manitowoc Warming Shelter is relocating to St. Paul Lutheran Church on South 10th Street for the winter, following the discovery that its previous location at Lakeshore CAP did not meet the city’s life safety…

St. Paul and Ramsey County Invest $2.2M in Shelter Beds, Confirming Use by 7 People After Camp Closure

September 5, 2026

In a recent development, St. Paul and Ramsey County invested nearly $2.2 million to expand shelter capacity, a decision made in anticipation of the closure of the Pig’s Eye Park encampment. Despite this significant financial…

Immokalee Homeless Shelter to Close at End of June; St. Matthew’s House Seeks Partner for Continuity of Care

September 5, 2026

St. Matthew’s House has announced that it will cease operations at the Immokalee Friendship House Homeless Shelter by the end of June. This decision, communicated by President and CEO Ben Bridges, is part of a…

Mayor Sharon Tucker Calls Council Vote Against Shelter Funding Disheartening in Op-Ed

September 5, 2026

In a recent editorial, Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker expressed her disappointment following the Fort Wayne City Council’s 5-3 vote against funding a proposed downtown homeless shelter. Mayor Tucker, who has emphasized homelessness as a…