HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — The Houston City Council did not vote on Wednesday on an item to spend $16 million to open what they’re calling a homeless “superhub.”
That agenda item was tagged by Councilman Mario Castillo, which essentially translates to the vote being delayed.
City council was set to vote on the proposal last week, but delayed it after some pushback from the community.
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The matter is scheduled to return to City Council’s agenda next Wednesday. If approved, the city aims to open the shelter in the first quarter of 2026.
The proposed homeless center would be located along Emancipation Avenue, just east of downtown near Shell Stadium.
Houston Public Safety Director Larry Satterwhite has said the “suberhub” would accept walk-ins and help fight against chronic homelessness in surrounding areas.
“Downtown, the East End, EaDo, and Midtown have been ground-zero for our street homeless,” Satterwhite has explained.
The community has been protesting the purchase of the building, which was formerly an immigration housing facility. They say they’re concerned about their own safety.
Some residents of the area have referred to city officials as being “sneaky” in their acquisition of the facility.
“I’m concerned for my safety,” Cassie Batson said.
“I think this is just going to draw more people loitering out on the streets,” she added.
City officials say the Houston Police Department and other law enforcement agencies will increase patrols in the area if the center is approved.
Sources say council members are expected to approve moving forward with the facility, which officials say is scheduled to open next year.
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