PHOENIX — Community members who want to influence how the Phoenix Police Department engages with people experiencing homelessness have an opportunity to shape policy for a limited time.

On Friday, the department announced it is seeking public feedback on its new “Interacting with Individuals Experiencing Homelessness” policy.

The proposed policy, released for review, outlines how officers should conduct themselves when reporting encampments, handling the personal property of people who don’t have a home and interacting with unsheltered people overall.

It has not been finalized because the department hopes to incorporate community perspectives during a 30-day comment period.

Through Saturday, Dec. 13, the public is encouraged to review the policy and share input.

At the end of the six-

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