Beaverton Camping Ban

Think Out Loud | Jun 20, 2018
The Beaverton City Council recently passed an ordinance prohibiting camping on city streets and sidewalks. The ordinance takes effect July 12. We hear from Samantha Miller and Reyna Ayala, two Beaverton High School students who testified against the ordinance, and city councilor Betty Bode, who ultimately voted for it.

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