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Homeless sweeps

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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 20, 2026.

Public comments (4)

OpposedLaura ChathamOct 20, 2026

Asked the Board to stop sweeps during extreme weather and to support self-managed camps and safe parking.

Board of Supervisors - Regular Meeting - Oct 20, 2026 · 28:23 →
OpposedUnidentified ResidentOct 20, 2026

Criticized sweeps as unnecessary suffering that wastes taxpayer-funded sheriff time when shelters are full.

Board of Supervisors - Regular Meeting - Oct 20, 2026 · 29:57 →
OpposedUnidentified ResidentOct 20, 2026

Volunteer with a sweep-response group described working overnight during heat waves and asked that extreme weather disqualify sweeps.

Board of Supervisors - Regular Meeting - Oct 20, 2026 · 37:01 →
OpposedCatherine HedgesOct 20, 2026

Called in urging an end to sweeps during extreme weather and creation of shelters and safe parking.

Board of Supervisors - Regular Meeting - Oct 20, 2026 · 47:36 →