ASHWAUBENON (NBC 26) — The Ashwaubenon Village Board unanimously voted against enacting a ban on camping in public spaces Tuesday night after hearing concerns from residents and advocates about criminalizing homelessness.

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The proposal, which was recommended by the Public Works Committee last week, aimed to ensure safe and accessible use of public spaces, according to City Manager Joel Gregozeski.

"Why is this ordinance being proposed? It's really to ensure the safe and accessible use of our public spaces," Gregozeski said.

However, after hearing feedback from nearly a dozen neighbors who spoke out during the meeting, board members decided the ban would not solve the underlying problem

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