The Brief
- Homeless advocates are taking the city of Tempe to court over an ordinance, saying the law abuses power against the most vulnerable population group in the city.
- Austin Davis with AZ Hugs and Jane Parker with the organization HOPE say that the ordinance denies services to the needy and is inhumane.
- The city of Tempe responded by saying they look forward to defending its “longstanding law” in court.
TEMPE, Ariz. – The fight over feeding the homeless in Tempe city parks is heading to court.
The city put a stop to the homeless picnics, citing complaints over trash and drug paraphernalia and the need for a special permit.
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