COUNCILMAN DIAZ, RELIGIOUS LEADERS
PROTEST PARKCHESTER SHELTER
Councilman Ruben Diaz, Sr. and local religious leaders joined residents for a rally in
opposition to a proposed single mens shelter at 2008 Westchester Avenue on Thursday,
April 25. The proposed 165-men looking-for-work shelter will be located in close
proximity of two schools and a library. The operator of the proposed shelter would
be Samaritan Village. (below) Many protesters attended the rally in front of 2008
Westchester Avenue. (right) Some protesters held up fl yers in opposition to the proposed
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shelter.
Residents of all ages had a chance to
voice their opinions during the rally.
Photo by Edward Watkins
Baitul Maamur Jame Masjid Mosque
leaders denounced the proposed shelter
during the rally.
Photo by Edward Watkins
Mohammed Mujumder (2nd row, r), Bangladeshi
American Community Council
president joined others at the rally.
Photo by Edward Watkins