Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center has provided care for a variety of needs, including food and health care assistance, since 2015. The lawsuit accuses the nonprofit of being a 'common nuisance' to the neighborhood.
The Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center operates out of Sunrise Community Church in South Austin.Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center has operated out of Sunrise Community Church in South Austin since 2015. Its primary hub at the church provides care for a variety of needs, including food, cold weather gear, medication storage, health care assistance, computer lab access, mail service and help with housing applications.
The lawsuit alleges neighbors, including children and staff at Joslin Elementary, have witnessed inappropriate and threatening behavior from Sunrise clients. Mark Hilbelink, the center’s executive director, called Paxton's lawsuit"regrettable." He said that as a church-based ministry, the navigation center is protected under the First Amendment and other laws covering religious institutions.. “We are committed to being a good neighbor. We will continue to work, every day, to support Joslin Elementary School, our neighborhood, and our entire community.
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