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Residents say proposed parks and special‑events rules would curtail mutual aid; council holds first hearing
Summary
Hundreds of residents and volunteers testified during a first hearing on proposed changes to Tempe’s parks and special‑events rules, saying the revisions would impose burdensome permit requirements and effectively restrict groups that feed people in parks; the council scheduled a final hearing for 07/01/2025.
A proposed revision to Tempe’s special‑events and parks rules provoked sustained public testimony at a council hearing, with dozens of speakers—including mutual‑aid organizers, faith groups and neighborhood advocates—arguing the draft ordinance would limit the ability of volunteers to provide meals and other aid in public parks.
Speakers described lengthy permitting timelines, fees…
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