Legislation Details

File #: 24-1403   
Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 10/3/2024 In control: Clark County Board of Commissioners
On agenda: 10/15/2024 Final action:
Title: Introduce an ordinance to amend Title 12 of the Clark County Code to add a new Chapter 12.49 related to the prohibition of encampments, camping, lodging and similar activities; and providing for other matters properly related thereto; and to set a public hearing. (For possible action)
Attachments: 1. Staff Report, 2. CCC 12.49 Unsafe Camping

CLARK COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

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Petitioner:

Steven B. Wolfson, District Attorney

Recommendation: 

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Introduce an ordinance to amend Title 12 of the Clark County Code to add a new Chapter 12.49 related to the prohibition of encampments, camping, lodging and similar activities; and providing for other matters properly related thereto; and to set a public hearing.  (For possible action)

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BACKGROUND: 

On October 1, 2024, the Board directed Staff to prepare an ordinance to amend the Clark County Code, in a manner consistent with existing State law and ordinances adopted by neighboring jurisdictions, to prohibit encampments on public and private property. The ordinance describes the prohibited activities and enforcement procedures.  These provisions are intended to protect the life, health, and safety of all people within the County and protect the rights of individuals related to their personal property.

A violation of the ordinance is a misdemeanor offense. In lieu of a criminal penalty, the ordinance permits the offer of placement in an available bed in an emergency shelter to any individual in certain circumstances.

Staff recommends that the ordinance to amend Title 12 of the Clark County Code be introduced and a public hearing set for November 5, 2024, at 10:00 a.m.