San Rafael council signs off on camping rules

New rules governing the size and location of camps of homeless people in San Rafael are set to take effect next month, as friction persists over the largest encampment in the city and county.

The amended ordinance, which was vetted and unanimously supported by the City Council at a public hearing in April, passed on a second reading Monday with no discussion. The ordinance takes effect June 5.

“The City believes that this approach is one that recognizes both the humanity of those...