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<br />Elumbaugh said that this truck is very crucial to Independence County. We <br />currently have two others who have committed to partner with the city for the <br />purchase of this truck. At this time we need to get our name on the truck to be able <br />to have it in 18-24 months. Councilmember Bennett made a motion to introduce <br />the resolution. Councilmember Hinkle made a motion to read the ordinance by title <br />only. Councilmember Bennett seconded and all voted for. The electronic roll call <br />was 7 for and 0 against. Mr. Meitzen read the ordinance by title only. <br />Councilmember Hinkle made a motion to adopt the resolution. Councilmember <br />Bennett seconded and the electronic roll call was 7 for 0 against. The resolution <br />will be given #2023-11-01-R <br />F) CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE BANNING UNAUTHORIZED CAMPING WITHIN <br />THE CITY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF BATESVILLE <br />Mayor Elumbaugh gave a brief background of previous attempts to help out the <br />homeless in our area then opened the floor for discussion before the ordinance <br />was introduced. Councilmember Bennett discussed the safety hazards and that <br />her main concern was the safety and wellness of our citizens. She asked for a <br />PowerPoint of some pictures that were taken of the area under the Bayou Bridge <br />be shown for the audience. The pictures showed trash, graffiti, several tents and <br />even some syringes with needles on the end. These pictures were taken 5 days <br />after a citizen had taken his time to clean the trash from the area free of charge. <br />This area is where we are installing the new boat ramps to attract tourist to our <br />area. Councilmember Krug commented that he had spent some time with the <br />individuals living under the bridge. Most of them stated they wanted free lodging <br />and food. <br /> <br />