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Camping and storage ordinance

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Last discussed Apr 8, 2026.

Public comments (16)

ConcernedDavid MongielloApr 8, 2026

Raised concerns about government accountability and constitutional rights during interactions with child protective services.

City Council Legislative Session — April 8, 2026 · 1:42:20 →
OpposedJoan WeaverApr 8, 2026

Strongly opposed the camping ordinance, urging council members to adopt compassionate solutions and avoid burdening the judicial system.

City Council Legislative Session — April 8, 2026 · 1:45:17 →
ConcernedAndrew SmithApr 8, 2026

Stated he received an 18-month suspension from holding events in Hampton after a promotional mix-up and asked for due process.

City Council Legislative Session — April 8, 2026 · 1:08:29 →
ConcernedCondarious NewsonApr 8, 2026

Apologized for past unpermitted beach events and asked the city to lift his 18-month ban so he can make an honest living.

City Council Legislative Session — April 8, 2026 · 1:11:10 →
NeutralDavid HudsonApr 8, 2026

Called for regional collaboration on homelessness and warned that 2027 federal funding changes will worsen housing challenges.

City Council Legislative Session — April 8, 2026 · 1:14:58 →
OpposedBrenda MarksApr 8, 2026

Criticized property tax burdens relative to assessment increases and questioned the use of surplus funds.

City Council Legislative Session — April 8, 2026 · 1:18:14 →
SupportiveGarrick BlountApr 8, 2026

Expressed support for the camping ban ordinance, stating it protects public spaces and balances competing interests.

City Council Legislative Session — April 8, 2026 · 1:21:30 →
ConcernedJill DavisApr 8, 2026

Asked the city to clarify its implementation plan, outreach resources, and safeguards before enforcing the camping ban.

City Council Legislative Session — April 8, 2026 · 1:23:30 →
OpposedLauren BowenApr 8, 2026

Argued that the criminal justice system is the wrong tool to address public discomfort and safety concerns related to homelessness.

City Council Legislative Session — April 8, 2026 · 1:25:02 →
SupportiveBob HarperApr 8, 2026

Favored passage of the camping ordinance to ensure police officers can connect individuals with essential services.

City Council Legislative Session — April 8, 2026 · 1:27:20 →
OpposedRachel WinallApr 8, 2026

Opposed the camping ban, citing research that punitive policies worsen homelessness and urging investment in housing-first solutions.

City Council Legislative Session — April 8, 2026 · 1:28:20 →
SupportiveRaymond TrippApr 8, 2026

Supported the camping ordinance on behalf of Coliseum Central, noting it ensures sidewalks and transit stops remain safe and accessible.

City Council Legislative Session — April 8, 2026 · 1:30:40 →
OpposedDavid LikavecApr 8, 2026

Expressed constitutional concerns regarding property seizures and the broad scope of the camping ordinance.

City Council Legislative Session — April 8, 2026 · 1:33:40 →
SupportiveCraig KnoppApr 8, 2026

Praised the Mercury Boulevard fence, suggested community garden boxes on city land, and requested running hills at Sandy Bottom.

City Council Legislative Session — April 8, 2026 · 1:36:45 →
OpposedAaron WeaverApr 8, 2026

Argued that the ordinance criminalizes sleep and homelessness rather than solving core housing and mental health issues.

City Council Legislative Session — April 8, 2026 · 1:39:11 →
OpposedAaron WeaverFeb 25, 2026

Criticized the proposed camping and storage ordinance as criminalizing homelessness, calling for data transparency, clear definitions of shelter availability, and mandatory safeguards.

City Council Legislative Session — February 25, 2026 · 45:36 →