Showdown Against Lenexa Homeless Shelter

Here's a sneak peek regarding continued discussion of a suburban controversy that pits humanitarian concerns against neighborhood accommodation interests.

Here's the promise that supporters are sharing with the public . . .

Stephanie Boyer, CEO of reStart, said the center would not increase crime. “... It is not going to have a negative impact on neighborhoods or businesses," Boyer said. "In fact, we really see when folks come into a program like this, they take ownership and pride in it. Right? It becomes their home temporarily, and they want that to be safe, too."

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Lenexa Planning Commission to hear special use permit request for Johnson County homeless shelter

Monday night, the Lenexa Planning Commission meets to vote on a special use permit request for a homeless shelter.