Mayor Sharon Tucker

The 5-3 vote by Fort Wayne's City Council came after weeks of Mayor Sharon Tucker's attempts to address issues raised by the Republicans on the council. They voted no anyway.

Held at the request of the Republicans on city council, Monday evening's hearing featured an opportunity for residents to learn more about the proposed Anchor Resource Center and why 333 E. Washington Boulevard was chosen. Those in attendance also had the opportunity to ask questions and offer their opinion.

The event will be held next week at the Grand Wayne Center. The Republicans on Fort Wayne's City Council refuse to move forward with discussion on the project until a formal public forum is held.

The Anchor Resource Center has become a point of contention between City Hall and City Council, even dividing many in the city on what the best approach to homelessness in Fort Wayne is.

Despite evidence of strong support for the project, the proposed-Anchor Resource Center will have to wait until later this year to move forward.

The heatmapping program helped identify the hottest spots in the city.

Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker put heavy emphasis on neighborhood improvement projects, public safety and people-forward initiatives in her 2026 State of the City address.

The panel of city leaders included an immigration lawyer to offer some direct legal advice in dealing with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

The Saturday event is open to the public, and will feature a time for comment. Mayor Sharon Tucker hopes to ease the current fears in the community.