10/21/2025
This is unconscionable as the eastern end of the Rockaway Peninsula has been inundated with shelters. We understand and agree that housing is a must but not every community is sharing responsibility. Currently, this shelter is housing families only but DSS wants to convert it to an all men’s shelter. As per DSS, they only informed elected officials as a courtesy but doesn’t need permission to move on this change. The Edgemere community + the rest of the east end of the Peninsula has had more than our share of shelters. There are so many questions but it seems like the city doesn’t prioritize the children.