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Council amends camping ordinance; police say officers will continue offering services when feasible
Summary
The City of Venice amended rules on camping and storing property on public land, removing a code provision that required officers to offer shelter location and a ride prior to enforcement. The change passed 5'to—; one councilmember opposed.
The Venice City Council amended Chapter 46 (Parks and Recreation) on May 20 to revise definitions and the prohibition on camping and storage of personal property on public property. The amendment passed 5'to— after a councilmember objected to removing language that had required officers to tell someone the location of a shelter and to offer them a ride before enforcement action.
Why it matters: Council and staff framed the change as a response to practical enforcement limitations. Police and staff said officers will still provide services and shelter…
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