Fremont puts controversial camping ban on hold as advocates sue for its repeal

Fremont's controversial camping ban is temporarily suspended after a court recommendation while the city considers an amendment to remove a clause that criminalizes aiding homeless individuals. City Attorney Rafael Alvarado Jr. suggested pausing enforcement until the City Council reviews proposed changes on March 18. Lead attorney Anthony Prince, representing homeless residents, argues that mere amendment won't suffice and advocates for the complete repeal of the ordinance. The city has agreed to this pause to address legal challenges and rethink policies affecting the homeless population.

The whole thing has to go, Prince said in an interview. You cannot amend this thing. We think it needs to be repealed. There's no way to repair it.

This also allows briefing to be deferred in a recently filed lawsuit challenging the City's camping ordinance until after consideration of the amendment.

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