The Fremont City Council reevaluated and removed a controversial provision in its camping ban that threatened criminal penalties for those assisting homeless encampments. This decision, made in a 6-1 vote, also repealed a clause restricting homeowners from allowing camping on their property for more than three days. Advocates have criticized the camping law as one of the strictest in California. Vice Mayor Desrie Campbell expressed concern about how the legislation supports those experiencing homelessness, urging the council to lessen penalties further, while some members were skeptical about the practicality of softer measures in ensuring public safety.
Vice Mayor Desrie Campbell expressed her support for the removal of criminalization clauses as a way to protect those who assist the homeless, highlighting the need for more supportive measures for the unsheltered population.
Councilman Yang Shao questioned the effectiveness of the penalization, suggesting that simply issuing citations might not provide sufficient leverage for enforcing public safety measures.
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