Distressed Downtown: Homelessness in Chico, CA
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11 سال پیش
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Chico's homeless and transient population
Chico's homeless and transient population has been growing in recent years. Chico is a major stop on the homeless highway. Travelers hear about Chico bearable climate, friendly community, and free meals. Some even come to Chico searching for seasonal work as marijuana trimmers.
With the growth increase came anti-social behavior and homeless encampments in the downtown area. The City of Chico realized that something needed to be done.
Distressed Downtown investigates the downtown climate that lead up to the formation of R-Town and the passing of the Sit-lie ordinance.
Talking to local city council members Randal Stone and Sean Morgan, business owners, downtown ambassadors, Attorney Alan Touchterman, Bill Such executive director of the Jesus Center, as well as homeless and transient people this documentary examines how a small town made progress to create a healthier town and environment for all it's residents.
Producers | Eric Walker & Emily Bertolino
Special Thanks | Jeff Barron
With the growth increase came anti-social behavior and homeless encampments in the downtown area. The City of Chico realized that something needed to be done.
Distressed Downtown investigates the downtown climate that lead up to the formation of R-Town and the passing of the Sit-lie ordinance.
Talking to local city council members Randal Stone and Sean Morgan, business owners, downtown ambassadors, Attorney Alan Touchterman, Bill Such executive director of the Jesus Center, as well as homeless and transient people this documentary examines how a small town made progress to create a healthier town and environment for all it's residents.
Producers | Eric Walker & Emily Bertolino
Special Thanks | Jeff Barron
11 سال پیش
در تاریخ 1392/09/20 منتشر شده
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