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Police chief: camping ordinance working but contacts and services remain high; public urged to report vulnerable people
Summary
North Bend Police Chief Mitts briefed councilors on Feb. 10 about ongoing outreach to people experiencing homelessness and said targeted enforcement plus a community resource officer have reduced some problem locations but demand for services remains high.
Police Chief Mitts told the North Bend City Council on Feb. 10 that the city's camping ordinance and focused outreach have stabilized problem sites but that officers and the community resource officer continue to make frequent contacts with people experiencing homelessness.
Chief Mitts described the work of the department's community resource officer and community service officer, who routinely visit known camping areas, check on individuals and connect people to resources such as veterans services or warming shelter openings. "More than 90% of the time, he knows them…
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