A ban on camping of homeless in Clark County, but the chairman says,

Las Vegas, Nev. (FOX5) – The ban on homeless campsite came into force in Clark County on February 1, but the head of the Clark County Commission says there are still not enough beds to accommodate all people who are not restless.

FOX5 told you about the hotly discussed camping regulation for homeless, last fall; Many cities in the valley and the country have taken the step to strengthen the prohibitions of dealing with the growing crisis of homeless.

According to the ordinance, Unhoused must be warned to move their camp before a quote or arrest occurs. A bed must be offered to a person; One cannot be arrested if there is no bed or if the person has an emergency in the field of mental health.

“We have [homeless] people who are resistant; Then they have to face their arrest or go to one of them [shelters]”The Segerblom chair tells FOX5.

Segerblom tells FOX5 that there are not enough beds at the moment for everyone on the streets.

“It’s not enough for everyone,” he said.

The Count of Clark County in time counts homeless breaks down demand and resources. On a given night in January 2024, there were 7,906 people who experienced homelessness; 4 202 people were “steadfast”, sleeping on streets, cars or other improvised shelters.

During this only night, there were already 3 704 people in emergency shelters or transitional housing, with a corresponding 86% and 77% employment. Of the 4 379 beds, there were a total of 675 spaces available that night.

Clark County Social Services Employees say FOX5, Nesos may be able to get shelter in various forms of housing: there is a quick return, constant “maintenance” housing or other types of housing. There were 703 beds from 4 634 beds in all types of homes.

Segerblom said the county needed solutions to provide more beds and build more space for shelter.

“Everyone comes to me and say,” We have too many homeless. ” We have a solution. Now we just need resources, “Segerblom said, stating the November sales tax proposal: Consumers will see a $ 1 -cent sales tax increase.

The proposed increase in sales tax was reduced by Clark County Commissioners and opposed by other business groups.

District officials say FOX5, in November the Commission approved funding to open another 758 shelter beds.

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