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   2 days ago · ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – A new anti-camping law that includes criminal penalties is now in effect in the city of Elmira. Residents packed a City Council meeting Monday night before the vote, in ...

2. wskg.org › regional-news › 2024/11/20Elmira passes law to remove ‘unauthorized campsites ...

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   1 day ago · The Elmira City Council passed a camping ordinance on Monday night. The law is meant to address the homelessness epidemic in the city. Elmira residents packed the city courthouse and spoke to councilmembers during the public comment portion. Most of the speakers were against the measure and asked the city not to pass it.

3. www.wydc-tv.com › homepage › elmira-passes-amendmentElmira passes amendment to make homeless encampments illegal

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   4 days ago · The Elmira City Council voted on a new amendment to punish those found in encampments around the city. As the city of Elmira and much of the U.S. battle a homelessness epidemic, many homeless individuals set up "encampments," bringing bedding and sleeping bags to various locations around the city in an effort to stay safe or find shelter for the night.

4. www.msn.com › en-us › newsJail time and fines being reconsidered for homeless camping ...

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   The mayor told 18 News he is hearing numerous concerns from residents after another fire recently broke out at a homeless encampment under a bridge in Elmira. The mayor says residents are also ...

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6. www.mytwintiers.com › news-cat › local-newsElmira passes law criminalizing homeless camping - WETM

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   2 days ago · ELMIRA, N.Y. – The Elmira City Council passed the final version of a new law that includes possible jail time and fines for camping in the city.The law is intended to remove homeless encampments ...

7. www.mytwintiers.com › news-cat › jail-time-and-finesJail time and fines reintroduced in proposed homeless camping ...

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   Nov 13, 2024 · The law aims to remove homeless encampments around the city. ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The Elmira City Council is set to vote on a final version of a new “camping” law that includes criminal ...

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   Why is Elmira's mayor worried about a homeless encampment?

   • The mayor told 18 News he is hearing numerous concerns from residents after another fire recently broke out at a homeless encampment under a bridge in Elmira. The mayor says residents are also concerned about crime, trash being left behind in public spaces including needles, and unsheltered people relieving themselves in public.

   Jail time and fines being reconsidered for homeless camping in Elmira

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   Does Elmira have a new anti-camping law?

   • ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – A new anti-camping law that includes criminal penalties is now in effect in the city of Elmira. Residents packed a City Council meeting Monday night before the vote, in what appears to be the biggest turnout in recent memory. The room was filled to capacity as more people gathered outside the door.

   Elmira residents react to new law criminalizing homeless camping

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   What happens if you violate Elmira's homeless camping law?

   • A second violation within 18 months calls for up to one year in prison and a fine of up to $1,000. The law also authorizes Elmira Police, the Code Department and Sanitation Department to remove illegal campsites and all personal belongings. Jail time and fines reintroduced in proposed homeless camping law in Elmira

   Elmira residents react to new law criminalizing homeless camping

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   What is Elmira's New homeless law?

   • The proposed law also authorized Elmira Police, the Code Department and the Sanitation Department to remove campsites and “all related belongings.” The law was drafted after a Supreme Court ruling in June cleared the way for cities to enforce bans on homeless people sleeping on public property.

   Jail time and fines being reconsidered for homeless camping in Elmira

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   What happened at a homeless encampment in Elmira?

   • Neighbors told 18 News homeless people were living inside, and were seen going in and out of the property. On October 30th, firefighters responded to a blaze at a homeless encampment under the West Washington Avenue bridge. The Elmira Fire Marshall has not confirmed the specific cause of the fires.

   Jail time and fines being reconsidered for homeless camping in Elmira

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   When did Elmira encampment law come out?

   • The first version of the law was introduced in August. The mayor told 18 News he is hearing numerous concerns from residents after another fire recently broke out at a homeless encampment under a bridge in Elmira.

   Jail time and fines being reconsidered for homeless camping in Elmira

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9. www.mytwintiers.com › news-cat › elmira-city-councilElmira City Council tables vote on new homeless camping law ...

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   Aug 13, 2024 · ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The Elmira City Council says it’s revising a proposed law aimed at removing homeless encampments around the city. Monday night, the resolution was tabled after a p…