Item 9.1
Homeless Encampment
Cleanup Update
Division XII, Preservation of Public Property
Chapter 9.90 Campsites and Other Obstructions on Public Property As of October 31, 2024 prohibits anyone from:
• Camping within 1,000 feet of schools and City emergency shelters; in and 1,000 feet around City parks and major transit stops; and in sensitive conservation areas; and
• Sitting, lying, sleeping, or storing personal property on certain public property where ADA access would be blocked, City permits have been issued, or intended for vehicle or bicycle use.
Encampment Restrictions
• Impact on service providers due to COVID funds
ending
• Potential need to increase staff or contract for valued services
• Since Encampment Restrictions took effect
(October 31, 2024):
• Increased transient activity
• Increased encampments on private property and other
agency lands
Current Challenges
Challenges
along
Bayfront/
I-5 Corridor
November 2024 – February 2025
420 Shopping Carts
Clean-Up Efforts
123,320 pounds
Trash & Debris
BEFORE
AFTER
BEFORE
AFTER
November 2024 – February 2025
• 9 new clients
• 10 positive exits
Over 60 connected to other
housing resources
Housing Connections
• Operational Funds
• Phase II Operational Efficiencies
• Shelter Operator RFP
Next Steps
• Strategic Plan