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Oakland adopts public-camping ban in second reading

Town of Oakland Commission · July 9, 2025

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Summary

Commission approved Ordinance 2025-03 on public camping and sleeping (Chapter 46) at second reading; public hearing closed with no comments and the measure passed by voice vote.

Oakland commissioners on July 8 adopted Ordinance 2025-03, which adds a prohibition on public camping and sleeping to Chapter 46 of the town code.

The measure was presented at the advertised second reading and public hearing. Staff said the police department previously briefed the commission on enforcement at an earlier meeting, and the public hearing drew no speakers. A motion to adopt the ordinance passed by voice vote.

Town staff said enforcement methods are included in the ordinance language and the ordinance provides for codification, conflicts, severability and an effective date.