The California city named the best to raise a family to vote for a controversial ban on camping of homeless – Newsbreak

The Fremont City Council will decide on Tuesday a proposed ordinance that will ban the camping of homeless in public spaces and impose penalties on those who support the camps.

If accepted, the measure will prohibit camping in parks, streets and sidewalks affecting more than 800 homeless persons, counted in 2024, it also criminalized actions such as “support” or “adherence” of camps punishable by up to six months in prison And a $ 1,000 fine.

Proponents, including the Fremonth Police Association, quote fears of public safety. Opponents, as a compassionate femont, claim that it is unfairly aimed at vulnerable individuals.

The final vote is scheduled for Tuesday at 18:00 in the City Hall of Fremont.