South Jordan just passed a new ordinance banning camping. Critics are worried this isn't a real solution to homelessness, but just a way to make the problem disappear from view by pushing people out.
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before.
This ordinance likely won't save the city money in the long run, as pushing people out doesn't fix the underlying issues.
The city administration and residents through updated regulations.
People experiencing homelessness are harmed because they lose their current (albeit precarious) living situation without a viable alternative.
The commission is discussing changes to city ordinances that could affect how development and other city matters are handled. These updates are part of ongoing legislative processes.
'No Camping' ordinance intended to keep homeless problems out of South Jordan KSL.com