I used to pass by that area every day. The problem is not that the shelter is there, but that the bums are always hanging out outside the shelter. 24 hours a day, there are bums hanging out there harassing people.

I have no problem with homeless people in shelters. But when they're out in the street making people's lives miserable, you have to do something. A robot isn't the best solution, but when the city won't do anything, it might suffice.

I live in midtown/closer to downtown Atlanta and know about this homeless problem. It's pretty bad and sometimes the sidewalks can get crowded at night.. even worse is the park across from Coca-Cola headquarters.