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Council introduces ordinance to prohibit camping on public and private property
Summary
Council introduced and advanced on first reading an ordinance prohibiting camping on public or private property within city limits, with council members clarifying it would not prohibit backyard family camping or Scouts events.
Council introduced a first-reading ordinance to prohibit camping on public and private property within the city limits and provide penalties for violations. Councilmembers discussed the intent was to address homelessness-related encampments and unauthorized backyard dwelling units while preserving recreational or family camping, such as Boy Scout events.
The ordinance was advanced on first reading by voice vote after council discussion clarified that activities like backyard family camping and organized scouting events would not be the target of enforcement. Staff will draft final language and enforcement guidance for subsequent readings.
