[williamvds]

Libraries are a public service, and free WiFi is often provided along with that service.

In this case that service is being deliberately sabotaged for one of the most vulnerable groups in society.

Internet access is so necessary in modern life that it should be considered a citizen or human right.

Even if you subscribe to the ideology of the homeless being lazy leeches, the counter-effectiveness is quite obvious. Homeless people could be using the WiFi to access online banking, job, and housing applications. Things that would help get them off the street.

[stickfigure]

They aren't refusing WiFi to homeless people. They're shutting it off at night because it encourages people to sleep there. Homeless people are still welcome to come in (or nearby) to use WiFi during normal hours.

[nvahalik]

> Libraries are a public service

They are paid for by taxpayers. If the people funding the projects are unable to use them or they are being abused, then it makes sense to ensure that those that pay for the service are able to use them.