A proposed site for a homeless tent encampment in Ballard is generating strong emotion from people on all sides of the issue — evident at a meeting on Aug. 12 where hundreds poured into Leif Erikson Lodge to express opposition, support or concern, overflowing into the hallway.
In early July, Mayor Ed Murray released a list of seven potential city-owned sites for homeless tent encampments, including three that could open in 2015. A site at 2826 NW Market St. that would serve up to 52 residents drew near-immediate pushback from local residents and business interests. ...