The purpose of this chapter is to establish local standards and procedures to regulate temporary encampments, as defined herein, in a manner consistent with guidance provided by RCW 35A.21.360, WAC 51-16-030, and other applicable state and federal law acknowledging the right of religious organizations to exercise their faith by serving and sheltering the homeless. This chapter further attempts to appropriately balance such considerations with the city’s fundamental responsibility to protect the health, safety, and welfare of both temporary encampment residents and of the public. (Ord. 007/2021 § 2 (Exh. A))