After a series of proposed changes and late-stage amendments, Portland City Council is on track to relax its city codes regulating houselessness. The Council took an initial vote Wednesday to approve amendments to a revamped public camping ordinance put forward by Mayor Ted Wheeler, with changes from Commissioners Carmen Rubio and Mingus Mapps. The new ordinance, which still requires a final council vote, replaces city code adopted last June that was met with a lawsuit.
A neighborhood agreement for the Clinton Triangle site stipulated that no camps are allowed within 1,000 feet. It's already proving difficult to enforce.
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A homeless man allegedly threatened to kill a 22-year-old Portlander who is known for helping those living outside. In return, his homeless friends defended him