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COLORADO SPRINGS, COLO. -- The City of Colorado Springs has issued a 30-day permit to Occupy Wall Street protesters who have been in Acacia Park for weeks now.

The permit means the protesters will be allowed to continue to occupy the park while city officials discuss public safety, health and welfare impacts.

According to city officials, this is the first time a month-long permit has been issued for any temporary activity or event. The only time a permit of that length is usually issued is for a permanent structure.

The 'Occupy Colorado Springs' protesters are part of a national movement to show their anger over the sliding economy and "corporate greed."

In Colorado Springs, protesters have been given warnings and one was arrested after camping in Acacia Park. Camping in a public park is against the city ordinance, but Colorado Springs Police officers encouraged the protesters to apply for a permit to stay in the park to distribute materials and peacefully protest.

Officials said Acacia Park is a favorite spot for children and families and is across the street from a Palmer High School.