Lakeland homeowners picket against Talbot House Ministries’ proposed relocation site

The Brief

  • Homeowners rallied at the intersection of E. Memorial Blvd and Ingraham Ave on Friday morning against a proposed relocation site for Talbot House Ministries.
  • Staff at Talbot House Ministries have said in the past the new facility would be larger, would provide expanded services like a walk-in clinic and employment center, and more shelter beds.
  • Still, concerned homeowners oppose the move, citing mainly safety and traffic concerns.

LAKELAND, Fla. While Talbot House Ministries, a homeless services provider in Lakeland, is pushing to relocate to a busy corridor.

But, members of the community in that area are pushing back.

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