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Proposed Camping Ban Aims To Transform San Diego's Homelessness Epicenter
A controversial ordinance pushed by downtown City Councilman Stephen Whitburn and Mayor Todd Gloria could transform the area.
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A controversial ordinance pushed by downtown City Councilman Stephen Whitburn and Mayor Todd Gloria could transform the area.
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