During a recent government meeting, Curtis Gamble, a former OCTA bus driver and military veteran, shared his personal experience with homelessness after being evicted from the Fullerton City Lights Apartments in May 2024. Gamble highlighted the challenges faced by individuals in similar situations, emphasizing the importance of emergency shelters like the Fullerton Navigation Center, which offers 150 beds for the local homeless community.

Gamble advocated for the reopening of the safe RV parking program at the Hunt Library and Pooch Park, which would provide secure parking for individuals living in RVs. He also discussed the limitations imposed by the Fullerton Municipal Code, which restricts occupancy in emergency shelters to six months within a twelve-month period, raising concerns about the adequacy of support for those in need.

In addition, the meeting touched on California's housing laws, specifically AB 2329, which mandates that emergency shelters be located in residential areas to ensure accessibility to essential services. Gamble noted the efforts of the Folden Corporation in Oceanside, which is constructing movable tiny homes as a potential solution to the housing crisis, with costs ranging from $25,000 to $60,000 each.

The meeting also featured comments from Maureen Milton, an independent advocate for the disabled, who inquired about the availability of a product called Life Back, used by police and fire departments during their operations. The discussions underscored the ongoing challenges of homelessness and the need for effective solutions within the community.