SEATTLE (AP) — Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn issued a statement saying the police and Parks Department have been told to enforce the rules — starting Wednesday morning — at Westlake Park where dozens of Occupy Seattle demonstrators have been staying.
The statement says this includes prohibitions against camping and unpermitted activity. The city will provide permits for First Amendment uses during regular park hours.
McGinn says he received a list of demands from the group Tuesday in response to his invitation to move to City Hall Plaza. The mayor says they would have to follow laws for using public resources.
Demonstrators wanted approval for tents to use as a kitchen, infirmary, storage area and information center. They wanted written approval of long-term occupancy, access to City Hall restrooms and parking for supply vehicles.
