Following a recent Supreme Court ruling that upheld a ban on public sleeping in an Oregon town, Montrose is considering a similar camping ban, which has sparked significant controversy. The proposed ordinance would impose fines and jail time on repeat offenders, but residents and advocates argue that it unfairly targets the homeless, who lack alternative shelter options. Despite city officials’ claims that the ban regulates conduct rather than people, public opposition has been strong, with no residents speaking in favor of the ordinance during a council meeting.

Following a recent Supreme Court ruling that upheld a ban on public sleeping in an Oregon town, Montrose is considering a similar camping ban, which has sparked significant controversy. The proposed ordinance would impose fines and jail time on repeat offenders, but residents and advocates argue that it unfairly targets the homeless, who lack alternative shelter options. Despite city officials’ claims that the ban regulates conduct rather than people, public opposition has been strong, with no residents speaking in favor of the ordinance during a council meeting.

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