Snap Judgment A Tiny Plot: "Moving Camp" EP 2
Aug 26, 2025
Mama D, a resident of Union Point Park, advocates for a unique housing solution that empowers the homeless community. She shares the tensions following a hard-won handshake agreement with city officials that quickly unravels. The community faces unexpected evictions and complex negotiations with public safety issues while trying to establish a new living environment. Mama D's emotional insights highlight the struggles of maintaining agency in housing decisions, emphasizing the bond of unity amidst trauma and uncertainty.
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Barricade Defense And Forced Cleanup
- Residents built a barricade of broken toilets and appliances and defended Union Point Park from eviction with homemade shields.
- After a handshake with the city, the camp still faced a heavy cleanup where bobcats and trucks took people's belongings.
Exodus To The Travel Inn
- After the sweep, many residents accepted motel placements while about 15 people held out at Union Point Park.
- Papa Eddie stayed until everyone left and later checked into a motel room paid for by the city.
Motel Stopgap And Assigned Mediator
- The city paid roughly $100 per night per person for motel rooms while the group awaited a permanent site.
- Adam Garrett-Clark was appointed intermediary to shepherd the group's co-governance experiment with a $350,000 budget and eight-month deadline.
