The Washoe County Commission has passed an ordinance making it a misdemeanor to camp or live in a vehicle on county-owned properties or public areas, including within 1000 feet of the Truckee River and obstructing sidewalks. The decision, which was made by a 3-2 vote, has sparked controversy among residents and officials alike. Washoe County Commissioner Mariluz Garcia expressed concerns over her family's safety amid misinformation about her residency and surveillance by private investigators. Resident Pam Gormly voiced her disappointment, stating she is no longer proud to be a Democrat following the commission's decision. The ordinance is part of a broader trend in Nevada targeting homelessness, with similar measures being discussed in other communities such as Salem.
Salem takes up ordinance to address homeless encampment https://t.co/ePHv6NgYUc
new from me — during a tense public meeting, Cache County's victim services director said a candidate for county attorney sent her threatening text messages for supporting his 2024 election opponent there's lots to this, read it here — https://t.co/hyVmX7Mnvt
My thoughts on the current discussions in Salem over the issue of encampments in the community. Everyone deserves the dignity of housing. We also have to prioritize safety. The Mayor & Police Chief are doing the right thing. https://t.co/MHq6HBQ0ME
Washoe County approved an ordinance that criminalizes living in vehicles and camping near county-owned property. It's the last measure passed in Nevada that targets folks experiencing homelessness. https://t.co/NiSggPV8z6 via @NevadaCurrent
“I cannot believe it. I’ve been a proud Democrat my whole life,” said Pam Gormly, a Washoe County resident, after county commissioners voted 3-2 to make sleeping outdoors a misdemeanor. “I am not a proud Democrat today.” Via @csauvageau_1998: https://t.co/HA43KZ1VY9
Washoe County Commissioners passed an ordinance Tuesday amending county code to make it a misdemeanor to camp or live in a vehicle on county-owned properties or public places. Via @csauvageau_1998 https://t.co/HA43KZ2tNH
Washoe County Commissioner Mariluz Garcia says misinformation about her residency and surveillance by private investigators have made her “constantly weigh my family's vulnerability and safety.” More from @csauvageau_1998: https://t.co/N2vurz0v9c
Another day, another anti-homeless ordinance. This time, Washoe County is proposing an ordinance to restrict sleeping in cars and camping in public areas.
I'm tuning into the Washoe County Commission special meeting. During this meeting, commissioners will be doing a second reading and possible approval of an ordinance that would ban camping 1000 feet from the Truckee River and obstructing sidewalks. https://t.co/Sro2qO0dVL