URGENT: The city plans to clear the PATCO encampment Wednesday (3/31) at 11am. Meet at 10am and prepare to defend residents, tents, and belongings from the city’s threat at 11am. Residents have confirmed they want people to come out and defend, and have expressed many thanks for the support so far.

The eviction moratorium was extended until June 30th, but the city isn’t extending this relief to our houseless neighbors. In fact, the city is ignoring the CDC’s advice, which clearly states that encampments should NOT be cleared as it encourages the spread of COVID throughout the city. Come out to support your neighbors, including many former JTD and COVID-hotel residents, as we make our city stronger. Remember, we keep us safe.

Bringing donations for residents is encouraged! PPE, food, and hygiene supplies are always useful.

Entrances to the PATCO underground can be found at 12th, 13th, and Broad along Locust.

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Remember, tomorrow we are defending people’s homes, which means resident voices over everything. Also remember that residents are NOT a hive mind, and it’s standard for people to have different, sometimes conflicting, ideas about what kind of defense they want during encampment clearing scenarios. We learn how to best support by showing up in real solidarity with our houseless neighbors and talking to them about their situation, their lives, and their desires. Often large crowds alone are enough to deter the city from eviction; be mindful of the amount of force being shown and be careful not to escalate things unnecessarily. Stand in solidarity, be respectful as you’re in/around someone else’s living space, and bring your passion!