A clean hub to track what’s known, what’s being claimed, and what residents are requesting regarding the
Shelby property project — with sources and media in one place.
Community materials describe significant public funding and approvals, with concerns about disclosure,
enforceability of stated policies, and process integrity.
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allegations, and link to sources.
Executive Summary
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The series of events surrounding the Shelby property raise questions about underlying discussions,
the appropriateness of grant approvals, and the integrity of the transaction—especially in light of an
ongoing federal criminal investigation referenced in multiple news reports.
In 2023, the City approved major funding for renovations under “emergency powers,” despite the property being
described as an operating, well-maintained senior living facility. The project remains under construction in
late 2025, raising concerns about whether “emergency” framing was used as a pretext.
Community members state the funding stack approximates $60 million to house up to around
75 residents under a model that cannot restrict drug or alcohol use—posing safety and governance
concerns and representing, in their view, a misuse of taxpayer funds.
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Key Concerns
Organized themes
Safety and “Housing First” constraints: Community members state that “no drugs or alcohol”
assurances have been made publicly, but argue such policies may not be legally enforceable under certain Housing First rules.
Tenant selection promises: Residents report being told the facility would be limited to 55+
tenants and that certain rules (e.g., curfew) were implied and later rescinded; they argue these promises were impossible to enforce.
Process and continued spending: Residents argue required procedures were unclear in public records,
and that construction continues with public funds while investigations and related proceedings are ongoing.
Outreach and transparency: Residents allege notice and outreach were incomplete and that many learned
details only after press coverage in May 2024.
Funding Stack (as provided)
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Acquisition
$27.3M
Property acquisition costs
Renovations
$20.5M
Approved under “emergency powers” (2023 claim)
Operations
$11.1M
Operating funding (as stated)
Reserves
$195K
Replacement reserves (as stated)
Total estimate (provided)
Community materials approximate a total near $60M to house up to around 75 residents.
Once confirmed with primary sources, you can add a simple per-bed figure here.
Demand for Accountability and Action
Requested steps
Freeze all funding related to the Shelby property until the federal investigation is complete.
Oppose future use as a low-barrier shelter based on stated safety and integrity concerns.
Honor commitments to restore senior housing, or facilitate a transparent fair-market sale.
Hold a public neighborhood meeting to address issues openly before escalation.
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