Fort Wayne's Low-Barrier Homeless Center | Fort Wayne News

Fort Wayne News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 26, 2026 · 2m

Fort Wayne’s mayor unveils a bold plan to open a low-barrier homeless resource center downtown, sparking debate among residents and city leaders. Designed to offer showers, mail access, and safety—not overnight shelter—the center will be funded by donations and grants for its first three years, with the city leasing a downtown building on East Washington Boulevard to a nonprofit. Security and police presence will ensure order, while strict rules bar intoxicated or disruptive individuals. Supporters hail it as a vital step toward helping the homeless, while critics worry about downtown impact…