Fort Wayne Votes on Downtown Shelter | Fort Wayne News

Fort Wayne News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 19, 2026 · 1m

Fort Wayne is holding a crucial public forum to weigh in on the proposed Anchor Resource Center homeless shelter downtown, as city leaders race to secure funding before September’s vote — with Councilman Nathan Hartman pushing for deeper community input after online feedback fell short. Mayor Sharon Tucker and Chief of Staff Andrew Downs are hosting the event, hoping residents’ voices will help build consensus ahead of the council’s decision. Four council members have already pledged to attend, and officials are urging everyone to come ask questions and share concerns at the Grand Wayne…