NANN

Neighbors Advocating for Neighbors in Need

SOLVE HOMELESSNESS

STOP THE SHELTER

STOP relocation of regional overnight homeless shelter to 460 West Main Street

Man seated on street holding sign that reads Seeking Human Kindness
Seeking human kindness in an appropriate location

Is it true...?

Why the Shelter Doesn't Work Downtown — and Won't Work on West Main Street

  • Operating model releases homeless population on the street at the same time students from four area schools travel West Main Street.
  • Program allows shelter access to anyone, but must leave drugs, alcohol, weapons, and paraphernalia outside, in the neighborhood.
  • Currently marketed as a regional shelter designed to meet the needs of the homeless population in all 15 towns on the Cape and Islands. Same number of beds, operating at capacity. Where does the overflow go? In the neighborhood.

The Problem is the Location

  • Impacts the safety and security of the neighborhood, area residents, schools, and businesses.
  • Like downtown, area businesses will need to hire security personnel to address problems.
  • More open space on W. Main St. for homeless to congregate and loiter, including school properties.
  • Zoning regulations prohibit temporary homeless shelter in proposed location.

Who We Are

NANN (Neighbors Advocating for Neighbors in Need) is a neighborhood group of residents and businesses who believe relocating the regional overnight homeless shelter to 460 West Main Street is NOT appropriate. Let's work together to find a better solution.

What You Can Do

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