Petition to Oppose the Proposed Temporary Emergency Shelter at 210 Pacific Avenue
To: The City Council of Saskatoon
We, the undersigned residents and business owners of Saskatoon, strongly oppose the proposed temporary Emergency Residential Shelter at 210 Pacific Avenue for the following reasons:
- Immediate Negative Impact on Property Values and Economic Activity
The placement of a temporary emergency shelter in this location is likely to discourage new investments, reduce property values, and harm local businesses. Instead of fostering economic growth, this move threatens to create long-term economic stagnation in the neighborhood. - Proximity to Vulnerable Community Spaces
The shelter will be in close proximity to key downtown residential areas, restaurants, cafes, a daycare, private schools, a dance studio, and family-focused businesses. The increased presence of transient individuals, some of whom may struggle with substance use or mental health issues, poses significant safety risks to children, families, and the broader community. - Shelters as a Temporary Fix, Not a Sustainable Solution
Research has shown that emergency shelters often perpetuate a cycle of homelessness, creating a reliance on temporary housing rather than addressing the root causes of the issue. This shelter risks fostering long-term marginalization and dependence without providing sustainable solutions. - Erosion of Community Safety and Stability
This neighborhood has thrived due to its balanced mix of residential, commercial, and family-centered spaces. The introduction of a shelter in such close proximity to these establishments will threaten the area’s safety and stability, discouraging families and businesses from remaining or investing in the future.
We fully support initiatives to help vulnerable populations, but we believe there are more suitable locations for a shelter that can provide the necessary services and support without negatively affecting a vibrant, growing community. We urge the City Council to explore alternative sites.
We, the undersigned, respectfully request that the City Council reject the proposed location of 210 Pacific Avenue as a temporary Emergency Residential Shelter.
Updates
September 23, 2024
The petition has now surpassed 500 signatures. This level of engagement reflects the depth of community concern regarding the proposed shelter location.
Reached 500 supporters
September 21, 2024
Reached 100 supporters
September 19, 2024
25 Comments
Resident in the lofts next door - strongly oppose to the Pacific Avenue location for the shelter.
Very concerned about my and my co workers saftey coming and going to work. Concerned about the safety of all our patients, children and the elderly. If this facility cannot be close to children than it does not qualify to be located here.
I'm in full support of shelters and services but this is NOT the area for it. This facility will be VERY close to children at the dance school as well as the businesses that take care of them; therefore, does NOT meet the qualifications of being located here.
I am in full support of providing a space for the homeless to reside, however, I have concerns with the choice to house them in this area. There are many businesses in this area, that work hard to serve the families of Saskatchewan. I'm sure you can recognize the extreme risks that will be presented to the children, dancers, patients, customers, and staff involved. I'd like to understand the reasoning behind the decision to house the homeless in this area and why it was given approval.
I also own Oyster Dental lab at 102 Wall Street and have 21 staff that are very concerned about safety in the area. We already have a problem with needles and homeless using our parking lot for drug use, public bathroom. I have installed cameras but that doesn’t help at all.
This is a very inappropriate place to have this shelter built. I hope this is extensively reviewed and changed for the local residents and business owners
These shelters do not belong downtown.
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Petition to Oppose the Proposed Temporary Emergency Shelter at 210 Pacific Avenue
To: The City Council of Saskatoon
We, the undersigned residents and business owners of Saskatoon, strongly oppose the proposed temporary Emergency Residential Shelter at 210 Pacific Avenue for the following reasons:
- Immediate Negative Impact on Property Values and Economic Activity
The placement of a temporary emergency shelter in this location is likely to discourage new investments, reduce property values, and harm local businesses. Instead of fostering economic growth, this move threatens to create long-term economic stagnation in the neighborhood. - Proximity to Vulnerable Community Spaces
The shelter will be in close proximity to key downtown residential areas, restaurants, cafes, a daycare, private schools, a dance studio, and family-focused businesses. The increased presence of transient individuals, some of whom may struggle with substance use or mental health issues, poses significant safety risks to children, families, and the broader community. - Shelters as a Temporary Fix, Not a Sustainable Solution
Research has shown that emergency shelters often perpetuate a cycle of homelessness, creating a reliance on temporary housing rather than addressing the root causes of the issue. This shelter risks fostering long-term marginalization and dependence without providing sustainable solutions. - Erosion of Community Safety and Stability
This neighborhood has thrived due to its balanced mix of residential, commercial, and family-centered spaces. The introduction of a shelter in such close proximity to these establishments will threaten the area’s safety and stability, discouraging families and businesses from remaining or investing in the future.
We fully support initiatives to help vulnerable populations, but we believe there are more suitable locations for a shelter that can provide the necessary services and support without negatively affecting a vibrant, growing community. We urge the City Council to explore alternative sites.
We, the undersigned, respectfully request that the City Council reject the proposed location of 210 Pacific Avenue as a temporary Emergency Residential Shelter.
Updates
September 23, 2024
The petition has now surpassed 500 signatures. This level of engagement reflects the depth of community concern regarding the proposed shelter location.
Reached 500 supporters
September 21, 2024
Reached 100 supporters
September 19, 2024
25 Comments
I do believe that the homeless need additional assistance. However, this is not the place for it as there are many adolescents and parents of young children that partake in orthodontics (a specialty office that holds a higher standard) , and 2 dance studios right across the street. There are many other locations that could house & assist the individuals in need, that are not in close proximity to children of all ages.
Resident in the lofts next door - strongly oppose to the Pacific Avenue location for the shelter.
Very concerned about my and my co workers saftey coming and going to work. Concerned about the safety of all our patients, children and the elderly. If this facility cannot be close to children than it does not qualify to be located here.
I'm in full support of shelters and services but this is NOT the area for it. This facility will be VERY close to children at the dance school as well as the businesses that take care of them; therefore, does NOT meet the qualifications of being located here.
I am in full support of providing a space for the homeless to reside, however, I have concerns with the choice to house them in this area. There are many businesses in this area, that work hard to serve the families of Saskatchewan. I'm sure you can recognize the extreme risks that will be presented to the children, dancers, patients, customers, and staff involved. I'd like to understand the reasoning behind the decision to house the homeless in this area and why it was given approval.
I also own Oyster Dental lab at 102 Wall Street and have 21 staff that are very concerned about safety in the area. We already have a problem with needles and homeless using our parking lot for drug use, public bathroom. I have installed cameras but that doesn’t help at all.
This is a very inappropriate place to have this shelter built. I hope this is extensively reviewed and changed for the local residents and business owners
These shelters do not belong downtown.
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I do believe that the homeless need additional assistance. However, this is not the place for it as there are many adolescents and parents of young children that partake in orthodontics (a specialty office that holds a higher standard) , and 2 dance studios right across the street. There are many other locations that could house & assist the individuals in need, that are not in close proximity to children of all ages.