LA City Council approves ban on homeless encampments in areas throughout city
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LA expected to approve ordinance to restrict homeless encampments
The Los Angeles City Council is expected to finalize a controversial ordinance to restrict sleeping and homeless encampments in certain areas of the city, including within 500 feet of schools, day care facilities, parks and libraries.
LOS ANGELES - The Los Angeles City Council has finalized an ordinance that will, if signed by Mayor Eric Garcetti, restrict the presence of encampments, as well as sitting, lying and sleeping, in several areas of the city, including within 500 feet of schools, daycare facilities, parks and libraries.