DALLAS (1080 KRLD)- A controversial move to put a homeless shelter in Oak Cliff has been approved by the Dallas City Council.
The council voted to purchase a vacant hospital on South Hampton Road at Perryton Drive in Oak Cliff for homeless housing. But the move sparked anger from some in the community claiming they were not given a chance to speak about the move because they were unaware it was happening.
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Councilwoman Carolyn King Arnold who represents the district says her constituents are worried about their proprieties. Councilwoman Cara Mendelsohn says every district has a homeless shelter and one in her district, is the city's largest.
The city will pay $6.5 million for the site with bond money.