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Upper East Side Protests Women's Shelter Amid Safety Concerns

2/12/2026

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New York City's Upper East Side residents protested a planned women's homeless shelter at a public meeting on February 12, 2026.
They criticized the shelter's location near schools and daycare centers.
They said officials rushed the project.
They cited proximity to a cannabis dispensary and safety risks.
City representatives emphasized homeless services and security measures, though residents criticized the lack of thorough background checks for incoming residents.

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New York City's Upper East Side residents protested a planned women's homeless shelter at a public meeting on February 12, 2026.
They criticized the shelter's location near schools and daycare centers.
They said officials rushed the project.
They cited proximity to a cannabis dispensary and safety risks.
City representatives emphasized homeless services and security measures, though residents criticized the lack of thorough background checks for incoming residents.