SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Since Savannah leaders passed an ordinance that prohibits sleeping or storing items in public spaces, Savannah police have arrested more than 100 people.

They say they’re also working to make resources available to those without homes.

It’s been about 90 days since Savannah leaders passed the Urban Camping Ordinance. Since then, they’ve given 179 citations.

Eight precent of them led to arrests.

The ordinance made it illegal to sleep or store personal belongings in public spaces.

This includes parks and public property— defined as streets, sidewalks, and other right-of-way, within city limits.

When it passed unanimously by city council back in June.

Savannah Mayor Van Johnson said the only stipulation would be that they receive an update in about 90 days.

“The

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