The Minneapolis City Council has passed a safe outdoor parking ordinance which will allow homeless people to sleep overnight in their vehicles in designated parking lots.
Councilmember Jason Chavez says the sites would be staffed by non-profit or religious organizations.
“This rigorous process will ensure that any safe parking site has an emphasis on keeping guests in the surrounding neighborhood safe,” added Chavez. “And let’s remember, most importantly too, that these residents who would use these sites are simply looking for some peace, basic amenities, and help into permanent housing.”…