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Homeless encampment trend improving

Encampment reports fell from 116 in the prior-year quarter to 72 this quarter, with 70 of 72 cleaned up — a trend the mayor wants to continue.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 3, 2026

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Flock surveillance concerns raised again

Roughly a dozen residents, many young people, urged the council to cancel the city's Flock surveillance camera contract, citing misread rates, data sharing with federal agencies like ICE, and abuse cases elsewhere. Council members pushed back, citing state privacy laws (SB 54, Government Code 7284.7) and internal safeguards, and promised continued engagement rather than immediate action.

8 mentions (3 this month)Last discussed Nov 3, 2026