Aggressive Panhandling Ordinance Draws Controversy, but Council Passes Package on Homeless, Panhandling and Downtown Public Restrooms
On Tuesday night the council tackled a host of issues related to panhandling and the homeless population. …
Monday Morning Thoughts: Chief Pytel on the Ordinance and Police in the Big Picture of Homelessness
Those who have been advocating for police-based solutions to homeless-related problems should listen carefully to the words…
Commentary: Will Ordinance Address Concerns about Aggressive Panhandling?
The city council has taken a necessarily deliberate approach on the issue of panhandling. It was a…
Council To Look at Draft Ordinance on Aggressive Panhandling
Council has been asked to evaluate a draft ordinance which addresses issues such as solicitation near ATMs,…
My View: Do We Have a Great and Vibrant Downtown?
The city of Davis is taking on an update of the core area portion of the General…
Rejecting Draconian Measures, Council Narrows Focus on Dealing with Panhandling
The Davis City Council again heard concerns from residents and downtown property and business owners about the…
What Should the Council Do about Panhandling?
At tonight’s city council meeting, the council will once again be asked to give input to city…
My View: Council Should Allow Downtown Businesses to Deal Internally with Disputes
Earlier this week, the Vanguard noted a letter dated October 27, in which a group of seven…
Soliciting by the Numbers
By Tia Will A recent article on the Vanguard about panhandling in Davis drew some comments that…
Council to Look at Panhandling Issue
The Davis City Council requested a discussion on the issue of panhandling, particularly as it involves the…
