Managing homeless on rental property

[Michael Rodriguez]

I've been noticing the trash (mainly empty beer cans) building up in the ally driveway entrance to my duplex. This ally is also shared with a gas station 50 feet away. I've confirmed tonight that 3 homeless men are hanging out in this area as there are small trees and brush that give some cover from the weather. I'd assume they are camping there as well. My tenants haven't mentioned anything but I need to deal with this as quickly as possible.

Does anyone have experience with this? If anyone is in the Columbus area, do you know of any support services that might help sway them away from my property? I hate to get the Police involved but my tenants' safety is top priority.