"The model ordinance issued by Gov. Gavin Newsom pushes cities to adopt strict policies for closing homeless encampments, reflecting a growing trend in California's homelessness crisis."
"Cities like San Jose and Fremont are taking aggressive actions, including the arrest of homeless individuals who reject offered shelter, escalating the tension around homelessness."
California Governor Gavin Newsom's recent "model ordinance" aims to provide cities with the tools to clear homeless encampments. This directive follows an alarming trend in cities like San Jose and Fremont, where officials are advocating for the arrest of homeless individuals who refuse shelter. Such actions lead to criminal charges and further legal struggles for the homeless, increasing the burden on public defenders and the justice system. Contrastingly, data from Berkeley's People's Park indicates that effective transitional support can lead to substantial housing success for the homeless.
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