Published 1 year ago

Ashland opens overnight sleeping area for houseless residents

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Ashland has a ban on camping in public places, like parks. A recent court ruling and state law meant it was unenforceable unless the city could provide a designated place for people to sleep. The new sleeping area, located on a small lawn area behind the police station and city council chambers, will only be open overnight. Guests will need to pack up before 7:30 a.m. every morning.

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Ashland opens overnight sleeping area for houseless residents

The City of Ashland is opening a campground for houseless individuals, which will allow Ashland police to enforce a previously paused camping ban.The city-owned sleeping area will be open from 7 p.m. till 7:30 a.m.Ashland has a ban on camping in public places, like parks. But, a recent court ruling and state law meant it was unenforceable unless the city could provide a designated place for people to sleep.Opening a campground will allow the cit…

1 year ago·Portland, United States

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