Comments on: Area Residents Concerned With Temporary Homeless Shelter on Mahan Drive

By: Karen Simons

Karen Simons — Sat, 06 Feb 2021 18:58:10 +0000

This is new Director is the person who destroyed the downtown shelter…by allegations which were later proved false…although by then the rush to judgement destroyed the Executive Director who had dedicated his life to the homeless, and who largely kept the current situations of the panhandling and moving into the neighborhoods in check. And, at that time, there were allegations made that there was questionable backgrounds among those associated with the above referenced organization (NOT the old shelter, who did run backgrounds checks on personnel)….so perhaps someone should clarify why now for them? And look at the books for all grants.

By: Wilma

Wilma — Mon, 01 Feb 2021 14:04:41 +0000

We saw the suggestion that a shelter be put on Springhill Road. Those of us on the South and SoutHwest side of Tallahassee don’t appreciate it that we are always in the suggestion box for dumping the least desirable elements of society. We already have the sewage treatment plant and would prefer another one or a landfill rather than hundreds of people of questionable character loitering around us. Does bring some satisfaction knowing that a more affluent neighborhood is getting a sample of what the South and Southwest side has lived with for many years. Stop baiting these undesirables to Tallahassee by offering such fine amenities. Arrest panhandlers. Provide care for the mentally challenged. Stop giving money to drug addicts and alcoholics. It’s like feeding stray cats.

By: Fight for Right

Fight for Right — Sun, 31 Jan 2021 03:54:51 +0000

I don’t live in any of the neighborhoods affected by this homeless shelter. I would be interested to know where those defending it and its “less fortunate” ones do live. I would bet they are not in those neighborhoods experiencing the frightening and/or threatening events either.

By: Area Resident

Area Resident — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 03:18:53 +0000

We have enough vacant land in the County and surrounding areas to build beautiful tiny home communities. I’d be happy to help with such a project. These communities have proven to be very successful in other states. Ultimately, the operating cost would be much lower than paying rent on prime office property.

Imagine how empowering it would be for those in need of housing to participate in building their own homes.

By: Area Resident

Area Resident — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 03:03:58 +0000

Will City Walk compensate all the surrounding residences for the drop in property value? When people purchase homes in an area, the decision involves zoning considerations.

When an area is zoned residential and office, it’s essentially a contract of trust between the city and those who purchase property in the area.

I have already noticed an increase in homeless people in the neighborhood, and politely invited more than one to stop hanging around in people’s carports. Beyond that, I’ve never made an issue of it or called the police, as I’ve have witnessed that the response isn’t always appropriate. I really don’t mind rubbing elbows with the homeless, even when I need to redirect them from opportunistic prowling.

However, as a victim of molestation, I sure as hell wouldn’t have bought a home here, if I knew I’d be directly behind a facility that accepts un-screened residents.

I also take extreme exception to any agency that attempts to bully their way into a neighborhood without complying with the approval process. They were given temporary access to the building, then decided to squat. That they are already breaking the rules does little to convince me that they will live up future requirements.

By: David T. Hawkins

David T. Hawkins — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 21:05:01 +0000

We know it needs to be on a Bus Route therefor there are few places to choose from. I say take that $10 Million Dollars to be used for the NE Part and use it to buy several Acres on Tram Road (inside Cap. Cir.) or on Spring Hill Road (inside Cap. Cir.) and build 8 to 10 large Quonset Huts. 6 to 8 of then are to be like Bootcamp Barracks and the rest used for a Mess Hall, Laundry, Showers, etc. Nothing fancy, just the basics. Fence the area off and set rules. You run it like you would an Army Base. To maintain the Property and Buildings, Cooking and Cleaning, you assign Jobs to those staying there that are able to do them. Doing this will give them time to get cleaned up, get the help they need and hopefully find a Job. It will also give them an Address to they can receive their Benefits, especially since many of them are Veterans.

By: HOLDTHELINE

HOLDTHELINE — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 19:30:55 +0000

Find an empty building over by the Kearney Center to house these folks, what a thoughtless and selfish decision to put this “shelter” in the middle of three neighborhoods!

By: Edward Lyle

Edward Lyle — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 13:10:35 +0000

When will these people figure out that it pays to be homeless? Head to southern NaziCrat-run cities in the winter and suck up all their entitlements, then back up north to NaxiCrat-run cities in the summer… rinse and repeat, rinse and repeat, rinse and repeat….

By: Georgia 20

Georgia 20 — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 12:43:53 +0000

This is what happens when you all keep voting for these bleeding heart liberals. What is yours that you worked hard for, is theirs! They try to play on your emotions saying you do not care about the homeless, blah, blah, blah.
Until one of these homeless residents attacks, rapes or murders an innocent person, maybe then those idiots voted in will look into it! Oh wait it is then a law enforcement problem.
You city is being destroyed day by day..
I am so thankful I no longer live there and have to pay taxes to all these pie in the sky ideas.

By: Huh?

Huh? — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 12:21:03 +0000

What does that even mean? Of course I volunteer in time and money, and don’t waste my time clutching pearls over a few people who might not look as pretty as you, existing in public. Get over yourself and find some empathy.