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Encinitas
Public Safety

Safe Parking Program and Alternative Triage Options

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Last discussed Feb 11, 2026.

Public comments (5)

ConcernedTeresa BeauchampFeb 11, 2026

Praised staff progress but strongly urged the council to restore a local safe parking program by contracting with Dreams for Change.

Special City Council Meeting - Homeless Action Plan - Feb 11, 2026 · 32:39 →
ConcernedBob KentFeb 11, 2026

Encouraged including educational institutions in community engagement and urged the immediate restoration of the safe parking program at the community center.

Special City Council Meeting - Homeless Action Plan - Feb 11, 2026 · 41:28 →
SupportiveJames HaganFeb 11, 2026

Shared lived experience as a vehicle dweller in Encinitas, praised recent progress by the Rescue Mission, and emphasized the need for a safe place to sleep.

Special City Council Meeting - Homeless Action Plan - Feb 11, 2026 · 43:44 →
ConcernedJim StivenFeb 11, 2026

Urged the council to prioritize negotiations for a permanent safe parking program with Dreams for Change and include it in the HAP.

Special City Council Meeting - Homeless Action Plan - Feb 11, 2026 · 50:03 →
ConcernedRussell LeVanFeb 11, 2026

Asked questions about what happened to former safe parking clients when the lot closed and whether safe parking can be brought back.

Special City Council Meeting - Homeless Action Plan - Feb 11, 2026 · 51:35 →