http://www.insidebayarea.com/oakland/ci_19139575City officials said Tuesday they may have to shut down the Occupy Oakland tent city in coming days because it is attracting rats, alcohol and illegal drug use.
A pre-existing rat problem around Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, which public works employees are normally able to keep under control, has been exacerbated by the demonstrators' presence, said city administrator spokeswoman Karen Boyd.
The problem "has gotten worse with all the food and people and couches," Boyd said. Because the protest has people cycling in and out, she added, the city is having to repeat the message about how to store food and keep the area safe....
It's not clear how much longer the protest will go on, but City Hall is asking the protesters to respect three events planned this week at Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, including a private wedding Friday.A private wedding? In the city's main central plaza?! Good grief! :wtf:
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