City of Guelph council defers public space use bylaw

Guelph city council got its first look at a draft bylaw aimed at regulating the use of public space.

A special meeting was held on Wednesday to hear from more than two dozen delegations from the public, many of whom were opposed to the proposed bylaw.

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Among the requests directed to staff was establishing a plan to engage with the community, including those who’ve lived in encampments and in the downtown for shelter.

In January, a bylaw was drafted to address the safety concerns on encampments and related activities on city-owned property or lands used by the city.

There will be a public consultation on the bylaw.

In addition, staff will look at the outcomes of the Health and Housing Symposium in Wellington County.

Discussion on the bylaw will be tabled at a future council meeting.