More than a dozen Santa Monica residents took to the podium at Tuesday's City Council meeting to share their personal encounters with the homeless and urge stronger action to curb crime and anti-social behavior.

The speakers -- who provided input on items not on the agenda -- included a high school student who no longer frequents Santa Monica parks after his friend was stabbed and a hotel owner who is losing guests afraid for their safety.

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