Should Protestors Need a Permit to Camp in Cedar Falls Parks? Tell Us What You Think

On Monday the  approved, on its second reading, an ordinance that would allow protestors to camp in Gateway Park if they first acquired a permit.

The move is in response to Occupy Cedar Valley's long-term camp in Overman Park last fall. There was no city ordinance in place to inform city staff how to deal with the protestors, who maintained an amiable relationship with the city council and police.

The council had originally , but a third vote must occur, most likely at the council's next meeting on April 23, before the ordinance becomes official.

So what do you think? How do you feel about this potential new rule? Should the city allow protestors to camp in Gateway Park? Does it make sense to require a permit before overnight protests take place?

Tell us how you feel in the comments.

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