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La Mesa debate over HOME outreach: officers describe outreach limits; residents urge firmer enforcement and alternatives
Summary
Council received questions about the HOME team’s outreach model, encampment cleanups and timelines for engaging unhoused people; police and HOME representatives described outreach efforts, regional programs and enforcement limits.
Questions about La Mesa’s approach to homelessness dominated public comment and a council‑staff exchange on Aug. 12. Residents criticized the HOME (Homeless Outreach and Mobile Engagement) program’s reliance on progressive engagement and said the public bears the cost when individuals refuse services. City and public‑safety staff described outreach procedures, encampment cleanups and regional partnerships as they responded to concerns.
Why it matters: La Mesa has identified homelessness as a top community…
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