City of Saskatoon proposes changes to downtown shelter site plan [Video]

The City of Saskatoon is proposing changes to the proposed downtown shelter site plan following feedback from nearby residents and businesses.

The new site for the proposed 30 to 40-bed temporary shelter on Pacific Avenue was announced earlier this month and faced opposition from residents and businesses nearby due to safety concerns.

The city says details of the plan were finalized on Friday.

If approved by council on Wednesday, city administration says it would put up a chain link fence around the property at 210 Pacific Avenue.

The facility would only be accessible from Ontario Avenue and security would also work extended hours seven days a week, focusing on the area around the proposed shelter.