This reporting highlights many difficulties. But to claim that the "city caused" the problem is not entirely fair; the lack of source of sufficient income by outdoor residents and the lack of enough low rent housing seem more the problem as the City endeavors to ease the circumstance. Yes, sweeps cause dislocation; but public health hazards when encampments are established in locations unfit for human habitation also are a problem.  The blaming seems counter-productive.  For those unwilling to accept a move to indoor shelters, here is the truth:  at those shelters, it is more likely to find case managers who have as part of their mission to help individuals navigate employment and permanent housing.  Remaining outdoors when alternatives are offered, if alternatives are offered, might be a choice that could be reconsidered--moving to a shelter or sanctioned encampment?  Worth accepting in order to secure the concentrated assistance that could change the trajectory of one's life.