During the last Leon County Commission meeting, elected officials voted 5-2 to approve a trespassing ordinance that would make it easier for property owners to get relief from the impact of panhandlers.
Each commissioner spoke on the controversial issue and a number of citizens also offered public comment.
Provided below are comments from one citizen supporting the ordinance another who was in opposition.
Downtown restaurant owner speaks at Leon County Commission meeting in support of trespassing ordinance. pic.twitter.com/axZBdjemf7
— Tallahassee Reports (@TLHReports) February 22, 2024
Citizen speaks against Leon County trespassing ordinance. pic.twitter.com/me8SEyLsZK
— Tallahassee Reports (@TLHReports) February 22, 2024