Omaha City Council heard more than three hours of testimony about a proposed ordinance that would criminalize homeless encampments on public property, with some residents divided on whether the measure addresses public safety concerns or criminalizes poverty.
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Omaha residents testify for hours on proposed homeless encampment ordinance
Some residents testified in support of alternative approaches to addressing homelessness.
“We can expand shelters and diversify housing access,” Diana Failla said…