Boston Opens Temporary Shelter Amidst Migrant Influx and Funding Concerns

By Patrick Wilson

As the number of migrants arriving in Boston shows no signs of decreasing, Mayor Michelle Wu announced the opening of a temporary shelter site to accommodate the growing need. The Engagement Center, located near the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard, will offer overnight services for up to 30 individuals.

This announcement comes on the heels of the state’s utilization of the Melnea A. Cass Recreational Complex as an emergency shelter, which quickly reached its 400-person capacity. Additionally, reports suggest the state is considering an office building in the Seaport neighborhood as the next potential shelter location.

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