September 21st, 2022 by WCBC Radio

Not in my back yard was the theme Tuesday night as citizens from the North Centre Street came to City Hall to voice their concern with plans for the Union Rescue Mission to relocate to the High Point Furniture Outlet building. The shelter has been looking for a new location for almost four years with the current facility aging and no longer adequate to serve the homeless, addicted and those in need of a meal or other services. The most recent talks are between the Union Rescue Mission and business owner Lenny Kline. Many of those addressing the mayor and city council said they understand a homeless shelter is necessary for the community- but believe moving the shelter there would have adverse affects on the neighborhood…

Pastor David Ziler is the director of the Union Rescue Mission. He says he understands the concerns of those residents- but contrary to popular belief the overwhelming majority of those utilizing the shelter are not criminals, derelicts and drunks…

Mayor Ray Morriss ended the meeting by thanking those who provided their input- emphasizing that no deal has been reached and nothing has been finalized…