Homeless encampment cleanup at 490 Cemetery Road, Dayton
Summary
After ten months, the county and partner agencies completed the cleanup of a large homeless encampment in Dayton, removing roughly 97 tons of debris, 17 vehicles, and 12 RVs. Commissioners discussed how to hold out-of-state property owners accountable and acknowledged the displaced residents will likely relocate elsewhere in the community.
At a glance
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Last discussed May 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
The county avoided cleanup costs by pressuring the out-of-state property owner to contract the removal himself, using county-provided dumpsters through its Waste Management franchise agreement.
Dayton residents neighboring the site, who dealt with years of complaints, service calls, and blight.
The estimated 30-50 displaced encampment residents, who received service referrals but may relocate to other county properties or jurisdictions.
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