Preferential parking district

Opposed the Victoria Avenue permit parking, saying it just pushes families out block by block and has fueled bullying between old and new residents.

Nearly 30-year resident strongly in favor, describing 'musical cars' and people parking in front of his trash cans for days.

Spoke on behalf of her mother Lily Chow, property owner at 2205 W. Victoria Ave., who strongly supports the district because parking is severely impacted.

Speaking in Spanish, described non-residents parking large trucks for up to a week on Victoria Avenue, making driveway exits dangerous.

A 35-year Victoria Avenue resident said the problem is longstanding and supports the effort finally underway.

A 17-year Victoria homeowner described post-COVID vandalism, a $15,000 car vandalism incident, and how 90% of neighbors chipped in $40–50 each to qualify for the district.

Speaking in Spanish, a 40-year resident asked the council for help, saying outsiders park aggressively and refuse to move.

Described vandalism, a hit-and-run with her license plate stenciled on the other car, and safety fears for her children; has video evidence available.

Speaking in Spanish, said he must park on neighboring streets and walk home, and has seen people coming from other streets to collect cars early in the morning.

Organizer of the effort; cited 26 of 29 homes in support, caring for a special-needs son and a mother with Alzheimer's, and heavy overflow from apartments, a gym, and an elementary school.