It’s been one year since the Tacoma City Council voted in favor of a camping ban. But in that year - not a single citation, fine, or arrest has been made.
Some Tacoma residents voiced their frustration to us about the purpose of an ordinance if it’s not enforced.
Huff organized a rally, ahead of Tuesday night’s city council meeting. Many at the rally told us they planned to speak about the ordinance during public comment. We also spoke with Councilmember John Hines, who proposed the ordinance, which bans tents and encampments within 10 blocks of any Tacoma emergency shelter.
“We’re seeing a lot fewer of those encampments. We’re providing stability for residents who have come off our streets and into our shelters,” said Councilmember Hines. “I think that’s been a real success.”
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