April 29, 2024

Robertson directs staff to shut down Occupy encampment

Mayor Gregor Robertson has put the steps in motion to shut down at the Occupy Vancouver tent city. The mayor announced his decision after a woman in her 20s died from a suspected overdose at the Art Gallery site Saturday afternoon. He says the situation at the encampment has deteriorated, and he has directed the city manager to end the encampment … [Read more...]