4 THE COURIER SUN • JULY 17, 2014 FOR BREAKING NEWS VISIT www.couriersun.com Councilwoman Crowley proposes alternative to controversial homeless shelter BY BENJAMIN FANG [email protected] The proposed homeless shelter in Glendale is too close to chemicals, too far from public transportation and would pack an already overcrowded school district, Councilwoman Elizabeth Crowley said in a letter to city offi cials July 10. “I do not believe that the proposed site is a suitable location for a family shelter,” Crowley said in a statement to Department of Homeless Services (DHS) Commissioner Gilbert Taylor. “Community Board 5, countless residents and I urge you to select an alternative location.” She mentioned less costly alternatives suggested by Mayor Bill de Blasio, such as setting aside affordable housing units for the homeless. The DHS released an independent environmental analysis of the area on July 1, deeming it suitable for the 125-family shelter. It plans to move forward with the site, which was originally proposed by the nonprofi t Samaritan Village. Christopher Miller, a DHS spokesperson, said they are currently reviewing the councilwoman’s letter. “We feel that the environmental review was extremely thorough as it looked at everything from schools, to transportation, to soil quality,” Miller said in an email. THE COURIER/Photo by Liam La Guerre Crowley said that District 24 is already the most overcrowded school district in the city. The shelter would bring up to 160 school children into the area, according to the DHScommissioned She also listed specifi c questions concerning the environmental risks. She asked how impending renovations would impact soil near the facility and JYD AUTO GROUP (IN CONJUNCTION WITH BROADWAY AUTO BROKERS) DMV# 7114307 study. potential contamination from a nearby chemical manufacturer. Crowley asked that answers be provided before entering the next stage of contract negotiations for the shelter. (844)-593-5327 162-38 CROSS BAY BOULEVARD • HOWARD BEACH, NY 11414 You Work! You Drive! Bad Credit, No Problem!*Call a JYD Team Specialist Now!* $15,995 2007 Chrysler Aspen $13,995 Description: Miles: 80k, Cylinder: V8, Drive Train: AWD, Color: Black, Navigation, Sunroof, Leather Seats, Heated Seats, 3rd Row Seats, Back Up Sensors, Alloy Rims, Fog Lights, Smoke Free. 2012 Honda Pilot EX-L $26,995 Description: Miles: 14k, Cylinder: V6, Drive Train: AWD, Color: White, Navigation, Back Up Camera, Bluetooth, Sunroof, Third Row Seating, Alloy Rims, Fog Lights, Leather Seats, Heated Seats, Keyless Entry, Smoke Free. 2007 BMW 328i Description: Miles: 82k, Cylinder: V6, Drive Train: RWD Color: Blue, Navigation, Sunroof, Leather Seats, Heated Seats, Premium Audio, Alloy Rims, Fog Lights, Smoke Free 2012 Chrysler Town & Country Touring-L $18,995 Description: Miles: 47k, Cylinder: V6, Drive Train: AWD, Color: Black, Navigation, TV/DVD, Premium Audio, Back Up Camera, Alloy Rims, Fog Lights, Leather Seats, Heated Seats, Smoke Free. Free 2007 Chevrolet Impala SS $9,995 Description: Miles: 83k, Cylinder: V8, Drive Train: RWD, Color: Black, Alloy Wheels. Leather Seats, Heated Seats, Power Seats, Fog Lights, Keyless Entry, CD, Smoke Free. 2012 Honda Accord EX-L Coupe $18,995 Description: Miles: 21k, Cylinder: V4, Drive Train: FWD, Color: Red, Navigation, MP3 CD Player, Sunroof, Leather Seats, Heated Seats, Alloy Rims, Keyless Entry, Smoke Free. Disclaimer: Prices include all costs to be paid by the consumer except for license, registration & taxes. Used vehicles have normal wear, tear & mileage, some may have scratches & dents. All deals are subject to primary lenders programs, approvals and vehicle availability. Offers are valid up to 7 days after publication.
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