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Newton adopts 'urban camping' ordinance after police cite 175 calls in 2023
Newton City Council · March 1, 2026
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Summary
The Newton City Council unanimously adopted an amendment to Chapter 66 adding Section 66-18 to address 'urban camping' after Police Chief Vidal Sipe reported the department handled more than 175 related calls in 2023; council members said the measure can be revisited if problems arise.
The Newton City Council on Tuesday adopted an amendment to Chapter 66 of the City Code adding Section 66-18 to address so-called "urban camping."
Police Chief Vidal Sipe told council the Newton Police Department received more than 175 calls for service in 2023 related to…
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