City grapples with growing homeless presence in parks

During a recent government meeting, a Glens Falls resident raised concerns about the increasing presence of homeless individuals in a local city park. The resident noted that groups of people, often with their belongings, have been spending extended periods in the park, which has become more noticeable over the past few weeks.

Additionally, the resident highlighted difficulties faced at the nearby Rite Aid, particularly near the bus station on East Washington Street, where interactions with homeless individuals have made access to the store increasingly challenging. While the resident expressed a lack of solutions to address the situation, the concerns were acknowledged as a growing issue that requires attention from local authorities.

The discussion underscores the ongoing challenges related to homelessness in the area, prompting a need for community dialogue and potential strategies to support both the homeless population and local businesses.