City of Altoona discusses efforts to address homelessness, proposed ordinance would ban 'urban camping'

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — The City of Altoona is continuing its efforts to combat homelessness, with city council now considering an ordinance that would ban "urban camping." If adopted, it would be illegal to camp or store personal property in public parks and streets, according to City Manager Christopher McGuire. Individuals also wouldn't be allowed [...]