PERSON ON THE STREET: Why do homeless people come to Laguna Beach?

“Because Laguna Beach is very tolerant of the homeless.”

Janet Barkawi

Laguna Beach

“I don’t know why they would come here more than anywhere else.”

Michael Vallee

Oregon

“It’s a pretty accepting environment for all kinds of people.”

Debra Kirchhofer

Laguna Beach

“I don’t think more homeless people gravitate toward Laguna.”

Ronnie Williams

Laguna Beach

“Because there’s a good chance of getting a roof over their heads.”

Renee King

Scotland

“They think the tourists who are loaded with money will give to them.”

Nicole Williams

Laguna Beach

“Because it gives them an opportunity to get out of homelessness.”

Terrell Anansi

Laguna Beach

“I think the homeless population is growing everywhere.”

Judy Randall

Laguna Beach