The Samaritan Resource Center says it is feeling “desperate” as it works to end homelessness in Orange County, pointing to demand that leaders say is outpacing available resources.

Orange County leaders are advancing a proposal to build a homeless shelter in the Goldenrod area, a project supporters call a step toward long-term housing solutions, but one that’s drawing pushback from some neighbors.

Orange County leaders held their first community meeting to introduce plans for a proposed 150-bed “Goldenrod Village” facility near Goldenrod Road and Colonial Drive, aimed at addressing a shortage of shelter beds and helping people transition into permanent housing.