Bozeman starts relocating urban campers in wake of new law
Charles Touchton stands next to his trailer and a tricycle he made with defunct parts and tools he found around Bozeman. Touchton is one of about 30 residents who have to move when the city closes three streets to urban camping next week. (Isabel Hicks/MTFP)
BOZEMAN — On a recent Wednesday morning in north Bozeman, the sound of hauling equipment and tow trucks filled the air as city officials and police moved to close a popular urban camping area.
Between the lines of trailers and cars parked down side streets were consolidated piles of trash and signs informing people of the “clean up day.” Other signs noted the impending closure of the three streets to camping. Kimberwickle Street, Blondie Street and Veronica Way — north of Winco and nearby apartment complexes and Chief Joseph Middle School — are currently occupied by about 30 campers.
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