Boro Park Debates: What's Your Take on the Proposed Homeless Shelter?

By BoroPark24 Staff

The proposal to build a homeless shelter at 5001 10th Avenue and 1016 50th Street in Boro Park has sparked a wave of strong and conflicting reactions within the community. With 82 families, including children, potentially moving into the facility, residents are divided. Some view it as a harmless step to address homelessness, while others see it as a risky decision that could alter the character of the neighborhood.

For many locals, the core of the issue is the very nature of the shelter. The idea of a homeless shelter in a predominantly residential area is unsettling for some. There are widespread concerns about safety and security, with many fearing that such a facility could attract unwanted attention, disrupt the peaceful environment, and even lead to an increase in crime. 

On the other hand, there are those who argue that the shelter’s impact on the community would be minimal. They assert that the infrastructure in Boro Park can easily accommodate the shelter, and that the concerns about crime and disruption are overblown.