So Just Bob (npub1ge0…eeuc) , I talked about how moving the now closed-down #HomelessShelter / #EmergencyShelter to an industrial area miles away from the downtown was a bad idea. At least some folks are agreeing with me!
#PortlandME officials still wrangling over future of family shelter
City staff said there are 27 families staying in the Chestnut Street buildings as officials review options for moving it elsewhere.
by Andrew Rice, 9/15/2026
Excerpt: "When asked for opinions on a potential location, a majority of councilors agreed the service should remain downtown near transit and other services.
"Sykes, who represents District 5 where the Homeless Services Center is located on Riverside Street, said considering industrial areas for shelters is a mistake.
" 'We’re seeing the result of that with the carnage on the road,' she said. 'We have to be really careful about looking too far afield on where a shelter is appropriate.' "
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Read more:
https://www.pressherald.com/2026/09/15/portland-officials-still-wrangling-over-future-of-family-shelter/
Archived version:
https://archive.li/ickz7
#Maine #MainePol #Homeless #Unhoused #FamilyShelters
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