Encampments proceed to be addressed by the Metropolis of Sarnia underneath the Encampment Response Protocol.
As of Friday, all encampments reported on municipal property have been addressed by town.
Employees stated people have been voluntarily vacating the premises.
The protocol was amended earlier this month and doesn’t establish any city-owned lands the place an encampment could be permitted.
Town stated it outlines a course of, the place any encampments reported on municipal property are addressed by Sarnia Bylaw Enforcement, whereas working with the county to attach people experiencing homelessness with help companies.
In the meantime, town explains authorized challenges proceed in connection to the potential elimination of the encampment at Rainbow Park.
“Whereas town continues to overview choices to legally deal with the encampment, bylaw enforcement continues to answer studies as they relate to violations of the protocol’s security necessities and different municipal bylaws corresponding to open fires, canines at giant and non-permitted constructions and trailers,” a information launch stated.
Town is reminding residents the protocol doesn’t apply to non-public property. Town says encampments on non-public property should be reported to the Sarnia Police Service by the property proprietor.
To report an encampment on municipal property, residents are suggested to contact Metropolis of Sarnia Bylaw Enforcement at 519-332-0330 extension 3301 or e-mail [email protected].
