NY City Council Speaker Julie Menin wrote a letter to the commissioner of NY’s Department of Social Services opposing a planned homeless shelter on the UES, citing safety concerns. ( Photo: Julie Menin on X) Menin Now Leading Opposition to a 3rd Avenue Homeless Shelter City Council speaker Julie Menin has joined over 7,800 UES residents in voicing opposition to a planned homeless shelter... News 18 Aug 2026 | 05:52