Special City Council Meeting May Put Encampment in Jeopardy

Council doesn't vote on camping ordinance after dozens speak out against

An ordinance that would have banned public camping on city-owned property was not voted on by the Carbondale city council following a two-hour discussion on Friday morning.

Carbondale City Council to consider ordinance banning public camping

The city of Carbondale will consider banning public camping within city limits at its March 20 city council meeting.

Carbondale City Council to consider ban on public camping in special meeting

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Special city council meeting may put encampment in jeopardy

CARBONDALE — A special city council meeting on Friday morning will include discussion of an ordinance to ban "public camping" in Carbondale, declaring it a nuisance unless specifically authorized by the city.