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Council directs staff to develop options for alternate authorized campsite after ongoing problems at Eaton and Cohasset site

5778708 · September 16, 2025
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After ongoing safety and neighborhood concerns at the Eaton & Cohasset alternate site, the Chico City Council directed staff to develop proposals for alternative or improved managed‑site options and partnerships.

Chico City Council on Sept. 16 directed staff to develop and return with options to address the Eaton and Cohasset alternate site after lengthy public comment and staff updates on recent changes in site management.

Public Works and homeless‑services contractors told council the alternate site — established under a prior settlement agreement when no appropriate shelter spaces were available — had filled rapidly and attracted unauthorized occupants. Staff said the city sought judicial clarification and eventually implemented a code of conduct, fenced access, surveillance cameras, scheduled restroom and trash services, and…

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