Sign The Petition - Page 3
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Due to extremely high volume, we have had to expand the petition to a THIRD page. Sign below and join the over 4100 other supporters!
Led by District 1 County Supervisor Gloria Molina, the L.A. Board of Supervisors has passed new restrictions that will effectively eliminate taco trucks from our streets. Under Supervisor Molina’s new rules, taco trucks will have to change location every hour, or face a misdemeanor charge carrying a $1000 fine and/or jail. Yes, jail.
Taco Trucks are a special facet of Los Angeles, and something we don’t want to lose. Though this ordinance currently affects just unincorporated parts of L.A., that’s 65% of the County. And of course it opens up the doors for legislation closer to home too.
Let’s send Gloria Molina and the L.A. Board of Supervisors a message that we cherish our local vendors and don’t want to see them move away. This new law needs to be repealed!
Click here to SIGN THE PETITION
on May 1st, 2008 at 7:21 pm
Taco Trucks have Rights?
on May 1st, 2008 at 7:26 pm
I support Taco Truck Rights!!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 7:26 pm
We love our taco trucks! Please allow them to stay in one place for at least three hours. Taco trucks are great for those “on the run” and who don’t have time to sit down in a restaurant. Therefore, restaurant owners shouldn’t feel threatened by the taco trucks…different clientele.
on May 1st, 2008 at 7:30 pm
Taco trucks rule! Let them stay where they want!
on May 1st, 2008 at 7:31 pm
It’s part of the L.A. experience!
on May 1st, 2008 at 7:33 pm
i hate the murder of initiative by the L.A. county B.O.S. taco trucks are run by hard-working people who make good food and eventually open up restaurants anyway. Gloria Molina, once again, thanks for making democracy work only for the rich.
on May 1st, 2008 at 7:36 pm
Leave the taqueros alone!
on May 1st, 2008 at 7:38 pm
save our taco trucks!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 7:43 pm
better than taco bell…
on May 1st, 2008 at 7:47 pm
y yew guyz hatin on tacoz?
derr good
save dahh truckz
on May 1st, 2008 at 7:49 pm
Save taco trucks!
on May 1st, 2008 at 7:51 pm
Love me some Al Pastor
on May 1st, 2008 at 7:55 pm
Down with restricting rights
on May 1st, 2008 at 7:56 pm
There needs to be a space available for taco truck vendors. There needs to be such an understanding between stationary and mobile food vendors. I need to have choice in my eating options, and taco trucks provide such choice in an important way!
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:03 pm
Si se puede
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:04 pm
taco trucks are part of LA culture and a saving grace for people who work long hours. Let working people earn a decent living. Save our taco trucks.
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:11 pm
why don’t we focus more on gangs and crime, cut these hard working tax paying Americans some slack.
Politician’s need to to be more people oriented instead of trying to think up ways to get a promotion they need to think on ways to help the community.
@SSH013′S!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:12 pm
Why is government trying to put the hard working folk of los angeles out of buisness?
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:13 pm
What a huge mistake. Taco trucks = LA
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:13 pm
Its hard to type with a belly-full of delicious asada. There’s a little something we have in America called freedom. I want the freedom to eat good cheap tacos. Last I checked we were capitalist too. Since when was it OK to have the government take care of your competition? If the brick-and-mortars can’t compete then they need to change their business model.
Save the taco truck!
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:17 pm
Taco trucks have a right to stay in one place for more than an hour. One hour won’t even let them sell enough tacos to pay for the energy that it takes to operate a taco truck. And anyone who thinks that a taco truck is stealing their customers is probably not running a very appealing restaurant in the first place.
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:18 pm
Los Angeles with no taco-trucks is like Philadelphia with no Philly-cheesteak stands, or New Orleans with no Lucky-Dog carts. Leave our tacos alone!
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:20 pm
I love taco trucks!! They feed my hunger with great delicious food. Don’t take them away from me.
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:21 pm
KEEP ON TRUCKIN
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:22 pm
Don’t take away the only good thing in my life. After cocaine, tacos are all i have left in my life.
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:23 pm
Dear Ms. Gloria Molina and Board of Supervisors,
I urge you to stop this law against the hard-working people who are doing a great job and not harming anyone. You were elected to find solutions and not to criminalize people.
Thank you for your kindness,
Betto Arcos
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:23 pm
The thought of LA with no taco trucks, just doesnt make sense! I HEART TACO TRUCKS!
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:24 pm
Hardworking people who create tasty, affordable food . . . THIS IS NOT A CRIME !!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:25 pm
Taco trucks are a tradtion don’t kill the tradtion
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:26 pm
Los Angeles loves the taco trucks. Therefore, you want to take them away. Where’s the logic? How about instead of being a robot, figure out a solution that works for all parties involved?
Taking away the taco trucks will only make people unhappy. Why do it?
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:27 pm
YAY AARON!!!!! SAVE THE TACO TRUCKS!!!!!!!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:27 pm
Save our tacos trucks,Gloria M. there are more importantat issues that require action in our county.
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:34 pm
Save the Taco Trucks!!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:38 pm
Viva La Estrella? Mas Tacos Por favor!!HLP Lives on!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:38 pm
Taco Trucks are AMAZING!!! SAVE THE TACO TRUCKS!!! I don’t know what I would do without my Taco Truck.
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:39 pm
This is part of L.A., and an affordable choice for so many employees, save the trucks!
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:40 pm
taco trucks need love too!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:42 pm
Please don’t close these amazing institutions of Los Angeles!
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:42 pm
These are hard working families who have made large investments in equipment and time to grow businesses. They should be encouraged not hounded off the streets.
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:43 pm
I LOVE CATERING TRUCKS
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:43 pm
SI SE PUEDE!
save the taco trucks, SAVE THE WORLD!
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:43 pm
Save the tacos!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:46 pm
SAVE TACO TRUCKS!
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:47 pm
Trying to take the taco trucks away is a big mistake. I don’t think you realize the amount of votes you are going to lose. The taco trucks are a cultural institution of Los Angeles, as well as a great way to get a quick meal that isn’t malnourishing fast food. Think this one through a little more.
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:50 pm
Taco truks are the only automobiles that I want more of in LA.
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:54 pm
I sign for the people that like tacos in LA.
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:55 pm
one of the reasons I came to live in LA! Some of my favorite food’s from taco trucks!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:55 pm
save our tacos!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:58 pm
Taco Trucks are part of L.A. culture. Save the trucks!
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:59 pm
people’s livelihood
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:59 pm
Taco trucks, without them, there’s no tacos, without THEM, there’s no reason to live!
on May 1st, 2008 at 8:59 pm
Keep the trucks!
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:00 pm
my mom owns a truck im very proud of that fact
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:03 pm
All I could say is that the City of Los Angeles and its Board of Supervisors should focus on the negative things that impact our communities. We take hard working people “Taqueros” and want to run them out of L.A., when the same people take votes on the proper handling of locals that commit crimes (i.e. stealing from others, beggars on the freeway exits, etc.) AND don’t do shit about it! C’mon! As long as these people have the appropriate licenses and permits to run their business…Let It Be!
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:07 pm
Leave our Taco Trucks alone!
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:10 pm
I’m sick of this society discriminating against the poor and working class people. We feel the need to enforce EVERY little law that hurts hard working people and gives a little bit more “peace and quiet” to rich Americans…what is up with the government. Shit, take away a person’s income to give some rich fucker some quiet? I’m sick of it.
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:11 pm
Taco trucks are not hurting other businesses. They are not all parked in front of restaurants and the people that go to a taco truck are obviously going for a specific type of food and service that restaurants can’t provide. This law is absolutely ridiculous and a waste of precious law fighting resources that could be better used to help the security of our neighborhoods. This is a sad day in LA…
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:14 pm
Save taco truck!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:16 pm
People who work hard to provide for themselves and their families should not be punished. That’s just plain out un-Californian.
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:17 pm
guess what taco trucks pay business taxex, permits once a year, have inspections on a constant basis so sorry but they are legal. if any one thing different get the fact first.
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:18 pm
keep the trucks
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:18 pm
We want to save and keep our taco trucks operating
freely because they are providing a service to the community.
and to the community. We feel that everyone has
a right to earn an honest living.
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on May 1st, 2008 at 9:19 pm
It is a shame that Gloria Molina, a person whom I voted for, would give in and sell out. These taco trucks are part of the fabric which gives Los Angeles part of it’s charm. When people come to town they want to see Hollywood, Disneyland, and yes…the taco trucks. Furthermore, the owners and operators of these trucks are not doing any wrong. They’re honest people, making an honest living.
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:20 pm
Why do you, the officials of the government, always do things to have your people place little to no faith in you. You only piss us off with this unnecessary BS.
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:22 pm
Save the taco trucks!!!! I LOVE them, its a real shame that we don’t have them in San Diego as well!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:22 pm
Too many nights Taco Truck has been there to feed me when I was craving PERFECT MEXICAN FOOD, and I would actually be quite heart broken if Sonya’s Tacos was taken from me.
Taco truck is actually a cultural staple on my college campus, and people DO go so far as to wait for the late-night ones to open–a huge indicator of how much Taco trucks are loved and appreciated.
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:24 pm
The morning taco vendors wake up between 4:00-6:00am in the morning to do something honest and sell foods that we enjoy and the evening ones are out as a family selling until 2:00-3:00am, should we condemn them for this, and continue to hand out free money to panhandlers on the street?
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:25 pm
My father and I used to always go to Taco truck on Saturday when I was little. I want to take my kids. Please don’t take away Taco truck.
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:28 pm
I had my first taco truck tacos tonight–and I’m hooked! I hope to go back again and again. Let’s not penalize those who work hard and provide a much-needed service.
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:28 pm
Save the Taco Trucks from this unnecessary BS Law.
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:28 pm
Please dont take our taco trucks away
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:32 pm
Keep the Taco Trucks in operation as they are now!! They are providing a great service to
our community. They are earning an honest
living.
This is the American way of Life.
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:32 pm
I love tacos and find the trucks an easy way to experience some sort of latino culture. We have to show that even for taco trucks we as latino people are able to make our voices heard in a peacful manner.
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:33 pm
Taco Trucks are such a great part of Los Angeles culture - please let them stay!
Thank you,
Proud Los Angeles Resident
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:36 pm
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on May 1st, 2008 at 9:36 pm
I believe in life, liberty, and carne asada.
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:37 pm
It’s devastating news thats people would actually try to take away a piece of our history! Our tradition, hunger getaways, late night cravings, and all of the above… what a shame..!!
Why not take away an american tradition such as McDonald’s… it’s effects on our society are far greater than those of our taco trucks… such as contributing to the “obesity epedimic”..
I love the little piece of mexico .. those taco trucks.. provide my hungry stomach!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:38 pm
don’t stop the great food from practicing
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:39 pm
Having taco truck vendors move every hour will only add to the burden of gas expenses. These vendors make a living from selling tacos; we need to step in their shoes and see things from their perspective.
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:39 pm
save the trucks!
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:41 pm
i did it for paul
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:41 pm
i love our trucks…
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:46 pm
Please save our trucks!
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:49 pm
Having to change location every hour is the equivalent of murder to the taco trucks. The only type of rule/requirement that might make sense is possibly a minimum # of feet from a brick and mortar restaurant. But let’s save the hardworking underdogs!
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:49 pm
taco trucks are better than taco bell….save the trucks!
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:53 pm
SAVE MY CARNITAS!!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:57 pm
If we let them take away our taco trucks, what will they take away next? Our paleteros? They cannot do this to us!
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:59 pm
The trucks should be considered a part of L.A.’s
cultural history. They need to be here! Nothing like Al Pastor from a truck.
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:59 pm
Taco trucks aren’t really a LA specific thing… they exist everywhere in the southeastern United States. I mean, it’s a taco truck, it’s not a rare panda or hooted owl or something.
That said, the one hour law is a bunch of BS in place to rid the gentrified streets of what they see as lower class. If anything, sign the petition because you’re angry that Supervisor Molina and her crew are wasting time and your precious tax dollars passing laws that do absolutely nothing to better our city.
on May 1st, 2008 at 9:59 pm
Save our taco trucks !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:00 pm
With respect to all the poor young adults, don’t take our main staple food away…
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:00 pm
I love tacos. I want a shirt that says carne asada is not a crime.
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:00 pm
As a highly educated student of mathematics at a respected research-oriented university, I declare that this law is ridiculous and is a classic case spending money to make our country a worse place to live.
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:00 pm
“They” aren’t just eliminating a precious element of our landscape, they’re eliminating my weekly meals (Normandie Ave. & P.C.H.!!) forever!
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:01 pm
Im white and I love the taco !!!!!!!!!!!!
oh and my Mexican BF!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:02 pm
I don’t even eat tacos, but think it’s stupid that they’d try to get rid of them. There are bigger things to worry about.
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:02 pm
We love Taco Man!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:02 pm
Save the trucks!
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:05 pm
I can’t believe a Latina would be so cruel to her own hard working paisanos. Shame on her!
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:05 pm
If we lose our taco trucks, Los Angeles will lose some of its spirit. This is ridiculous.
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:05 pm
To: Gloria Molina
Please repeal the restrictive taco truck law. In the difficult times ahead we need to encourage entrepreneurs like the taco truck vendors that serve the community. The taco truck law is ill-advised special interest legislation that will harm the community culturally and economically.
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:05 pm
me love taco
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:07 pm
Please do not take the taco trucks away!!! They are a vital part of the economy in the LA area and I eat there all the time!
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:07 pm
Awesome cause. I want a shirt that says carne asada is not a crime.
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:09 pm
Don’t take away my tacos! I need ‘em! They’re so tasty…
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:10 pm
As a CA taxpayer and Los Angeles resident, I find this ridiculous. There are so many other issues that our city should be focusing on. I will remember this when city council members are up for re-election.
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:16 pm
I’m here in Seattle, but I know that us Taco Bus loving folks have to stand up for one another no matter where need be
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:18 pm
This law is absolutely ridiculous and really unfair to the people who invested lots of their time and money into their taco truck business. They’re not doing anything harmful to society, this new law is more harmful to society. If society didn’t like these trucks, they wouldn’t keep eating there and giving them business, keeping the trucks there longer. Limiting the taco truck’s freedoms will not make society a better and happier place.
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:27 pm
Save the best damn eateries in LA effin county!
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:30 pm
I know half of Occidental College survives on Taco Truck!!! Where else can you get a nice fat veggie burrito at 2am? Si se puede!
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:30 pm
kill the rest of LA why don’t you? thanks for supporting our angelino identity Gloria Shmorlia… NOT!
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:31 pm
This is ridiculous…
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:32 pm
L.A. is known for this petty non-sense. Remember the banning of leaf blowers? Anything to eliminate a “nuisance”…
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:34 pm
Gloria Molina, you clearly DO NOT represent Angelenos!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:34 pm
This law is really rather disappointing. I would have hoped that city council had more of a brain in its collective head than this.
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:34 pm
These small taco trucks are important to all of us taxpayers. Would we rather have these truck owners depend on welfare to support their families or have them contribute to our economy by selling their products.
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:34 pm
Save the taco trucks!!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:35 pm
This is crazy…
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:36 pm
Viva Taco Trucks!
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:36 pm
I LOVE TACOS. Fuck you Shmorila.
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:37 pm
Let these hardworking entrepreneurs make a living and feed us.
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:37 pm
Ms. Molina,
Clearly you do not have enough to worry about, what with the homeless and drug addicts on our streets. Maybe your time would be better served if you were to focus on some really serious issues that by the way are solvable, and leave the taco trucks alone. At least those guys are trying to make an honest living.
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:40 pm
Ay Dios Mio!!!! don’t take them away. L.A won’t be the same. I speak for all fellow taco truck surfers, leave the taco trucks alone.
go catch some criminals instead.
gimme two asada, one carnitas and one al pastor, por fa!
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:42 pm
Save the Taco Trucks!
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:42 pm
yo quiero mis pinches tacos.
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:44 pm
don’t take them awaaaaaaaaaay!!!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:44 pm
Please don’t let some people suffer who work so hard to provide a job for their families, and a unique cultural experience and good food for those that live here.
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:44 pm
Live with Taco Trucks or Die Hard.
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:45 pm
EL LAY WANTS THE TRUCKS TO STAY HOMBRE
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:45 pm
Let them stay!
We sometimes need a quick fix of GOOD food.
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:50 pm
Viva Tacos!
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:51 pm
Last I checked, a rather high number of Angelenos were victims of violent crimes. Perhaps, Supervisor Molina, you should redirect your time, effort and taxpayer funds to other efforts. Just a suggestion.
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:55 pm
How ridiculous! Move every hour!
These trucks are a wonderful addition to the streets and also valuable resource for lower income workers (and those of us who love authentic Mexican food).
This rule will not push us into restaurants to sit down!
Reverse this decision!
on May 1st, 2008 at 10:59 pm
DON’T SHUT DOWN THE TACO TRUCKS! THEY ARE THE BEST RESTAURANTS IN LA.
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:00 pm
move your attention to the bigger corporations and stay away from the small independents!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:01 pm
Keep this unique Los Angeles tradition alive.
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:04 pm
tacos should not be taken away from us!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:04 pm
Everyone deserves to make a decent way of life. Selling tacos is not a crime.
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:05 pm
People are used to these trucks because they have been around for years. Restaurants need to understand that it is not about the truck, it is about the food!!!
Leave samll independents alone and focus on actual issues that are affecting us today!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:05 pm
SAVE OUR TACO TRUCK THEY THE BEST AND THEY WORKING HARD FOR THE “AMERICAN DREAM” AS THEY ALL SAY WHEN THEY COME HERE
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:06 pm
Let Them Stay!!! Its the way most of them make a living and they should have that right without having the hastle!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:06 pm
You wouldn’t remove hot dog stands from New York, would you? Taco Trucks are a staple of Los Angeles. It would be a crime to allow this law to stay.
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:07 pm
Save our culture!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:08 pm
Up with tacos, down with the man….
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:08 pm
WHY GET RID OF OUR TACO TRUCKS? THEY’RE NOT DOING ANYTHING WRONG..THEY’VE BEEN AROUND FOR A WHILE NOW AND I FIND NO POINT ON TAKING THEM OFF THE STREETS NOW!
TOO BAD FONTANA DOESNT HAVE ANY!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:08 pm
i grew up eating at taco trucks. for some people it’s the way they make a living. we’re in a recession already…let the people work, for god’s sake!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:09 pm
let the taco trucks stay… they are the best….
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:10 pm
SAVE OUR TACOS TRUCKS!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:10 pm
!!!!!!I SUPPORT TACO TRUCKS!!!!!!!
THEY ARE TRYING TO MAKE A LIVING AND THEY ALSO HELP PEOPLE THAT WORK AT OFFICES, BECAUSE SOME PEOPLE ONLY HAVE 30MIN, BRAKE AND TACO TRUCKS SHOULD BE ABLE TO PARK THE WHOLE DAY ON ONE LOCATION……
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on May 1st, 2008 at 11:11 pm
Leave the Taco Trucks alone it’s a good place to get a bite to eat when you’re on the run,they are not doing any harm being there. These trucks are a CONVIENCE for us and a pleasure to have!!!!!!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:12 pm
Save our tacos!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:12 pm
I want my tacos….
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:13 pm
If your Human you can’t help but LOVE tacos… Help support our culture and keep the trucks around…
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:13 pm
They are the best tacos u can find. Please dont take them away. Thats how they make their living and how the economy is now it will just make it hard for them to make a living and earn their money plus is good for us too because its not expensive to have lunch or dinner at these trucks.
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:14 pm
IT’S UNDERSTANDABLE WHY RESTAURANTS WOULD FEEL THREATENED BY TACO TRUCKS, BUT DO THEY REALLY BELIEVE THAT BY CREATING A LAW THAT WOULD MAKE TACO TRUCKS MOVE EVERY HOUR THEIR BUSINESS WILL INCREASE, OF COURSE NOT! EVERYONE HAS THE RIGHT TO PERSUIT PERSONAL WELL BEING, AND TACO TRUCK OWNERS ALSO HAVE FAMILIES TO ATTEND TO! THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH A HEALTHY COMPETITION.
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:14 pm
What’s the big deal? They’re not doing any harm. Get a life and focus on the actual issues instead of trying to beat down the working class.
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:14 pm
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on May 1st, 2008 at 11:14 pm
It’s a job, perhaps the only way some people have to work in order for their families to have food on the table
It’s been said before and I will say it again, SINCE WHEN IS SELLING TACOS A CRIME….I never knew that something so delicious and satisfying for many would be so wrong. It surprises me that THEY keep an eye on this and not at the BIGGER problems happening in this world!
It’s just plain sad
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:15 pm
Save Our Taco Trucks
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:16 pm
Taco Trucks are participating in the U.S. economy. Why are these small businesses being targeted when larger corporations are a more detrimental force, in the domestic and INTERNATIONAL markets?
Why does every negative comment always bring up Mexico or TJ?
Get real. This is a clear political attack with racist roots.
Leave my delicious carne asada burritos out of this.
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:16 pm
Don’t you have anything better to do? Seriously, let them stay. LA won’t be the same without them.
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:17 pm
Save the Taco Trucks!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:17 pm
mmmmmmgood Taco Trucks Rock! Really, we know where they are parked and can drive around them on the street…not a prob.
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:17 pm
I can remember those busy saturday nights after work and having some taco’s from the truck and a few beers with the other cooks in my kitchen. We cant lose these trucks man, no way!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:18 pm
arriba la carne asada!!!!!!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:18 pm
Leave the taco trucks alone
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:19 pm
SAVE OUR TACO TRUCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:20 pm
Taco trucks have been around for yearssssssss, what’s changed now??? Nothing! Gloria Molina must have too much time on her hands and needs to concentrate on real issues instead of putting a time limit on parked taco trucks. If I were a taco truck owner, I’d protest by driving my taco truck around like an icecream truck with Mexican music playing out loud. That would probably give me more business anyway. See how Gloria Molina would like that!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:21 pm
yo no estoy de acuerdo enque hagan eso ,es injusto porque ellos estan trabajando honestamente y por lotanto merecen la oportunidad de trabajar y tienen derecho como seres humanos de trabajar de esa forma, creo yo que se tiene que balorar por ser un trabajo muy duro.
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:25 pm
They’re too integral, simply.
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:25 pm
Please don’t saddle the trucks with unenforceable, un-payable fines. If the county sees a need to control the quality or permits of the trucks, fine, but allow them to be the beacons of culture they represent!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:26 pm
TACOS!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:26 pm
Taco trucks are a great institution.
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:26 pm
This is ridiculous, etc., etc.
I don’t want to have to come back home with our amazing taco trucks gone.
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:26 pm
i <3 tacos
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:28 pm
I strongly support the taco trucks, lets protect our tacotrucks!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:28 pm
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on May 1st, 2008 at 11:29 pm
Selling Tacos is not a crime! Why not worry about catching drug dealers and murderers?
REALLY!!! Where are their priorities?!?
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:29 pm
los taqueros unidos jamas seran vencidos!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:30 pm
o Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:30 pm
No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:30 pm
SAVE OUR TACO TRUCKS!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:30 pm
What’s the reason for banning them? I hate city officials…they have nothing else better to do but make hardworking people’s lives more difficult.
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:31 pm
It’s not fair!stop picking on hard working latinos who are just trying to make a decent living by selling delicious tacos that everyone loves.It’s amazing how latinos are the only one’s being harrased, when in chinatown there’s quite a few vietnamese lunch trucks selling eggrolls,noodles&etc..in front of asian restaurants and they dont complain of the competition.Does this law pertain to all lunch truks or just taco trucks? The taqueros are the best hardworking people ever.Leave them alone and go spend your time doing productive& more important things like hunting down sexual pedifiles rather than taqueros!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:31 pm
No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!! No Tacos!! No Peace!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:32 pm
I am 100% that Gloria Molina and some of her family members had eaten at a taco truck. Please Mrs. Molina don’t be a hypocrit, you are also Mexican and I know you love tacos. stop the non sense!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:33 pm
HONESTLY, I THINK THIS LAW IS A BIG STUPIDITY, WHILE MANY OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES ARE AFFECTING OUR CITY I THINK GLORIA MOLINA SHOULD FOCUS ON THOSE, AND LEAVE THE TACO TRUCKS ALONE. IT’S A SHAME, THAT SOMEHOW SHE HAS FORGOTTEN WHERE SHE CAME FROM, KNOWING THAT MOST OF THE TACO TRUCKS/LONCHERAS ARE WORKED BY MEXICAN OR LATINO FAMILIES, WHO ALL THEY DO IS PROVIDE THERE FAMILIES WITH ALL THEY CAN. SO WHAT HAPPEN TO ” MOLINA IS COMMITTED TO FIGHTING FOR WORKING FAMILIES” . LEAVE THE LONCHERAS ALONE AND FOCUS ON SOMETHING LIKE ELIMINATING CRIME OR REDUCING GAS PRICES….
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:34 pm
GOOD LUCK
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:36 pm
The Supervisor must learn to build trust within our communities…squelching a cottage industry is poor economic vision during the current downturn in the local economy. A taco truck & all it represents in a neighborhood is a positive not a negative (good example is King Taco on 1st & Ford in ELA started as a “truck”). In some neighborhoods, its a healthy alternative to “fast food”. If a resturant $suffers from low patronage-you can trust it serves lousy food, is poorly managed and can’t meet the needs of the local community (not to be confused with the county jail and/or health systems - I’m just talking about tacos here). Where are the stats supporting that taco trucks are “stealing” customers from real resturants?. Last I checked, our economy is based on supply, demand and healthy competition. This “whole enchilada” sounds like a “red herring” - I’d like to review the data that was used to write the new law and a list of the resturants that were “belly-aching” (oh yeah, and thier health code ratings) and which ones are the lobbyists. I also wouldn’t be surprised if it’s some of our Fast Food Corporate giants that are located at every corner in low-income neighborhoods - why isn’t the Supervisor restricting “them” from contributing to the poor health of low income families that end-up in the non-existent county healthcare system. As usual, this supervisor has her head stuck way deep inside the many potholes in her district…My letter of protest is in the mail to all Supervisors…
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:36 pm
Why does Gloria Molina have against taco trucks? Did some taco truck owner refused to service her because her espanol sounds too fake? Go do something else that’s constructive and beneficial to Los Angeles. Dang, better go get me some tacos before they move.
Hell no we won’t go, hell no we won’t go!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:36 pm
This is crazy!!!!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:42 pm
Gloria Molina another hypocrite Politicians passing stupid laws against people trying to earn an honest dollar for their family. Gloria how about working on some sensible issues: homeless, against wars, hunger, health, education & the list could go on.
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:45 pm
i love tacos
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:46 pm
This will create pollution.
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:50 pm
Tacos don’t harm anybody. In fact, they make you smile in delight. Focus on human rights instead.
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:50 pm
taco trucks help make me the 300 lb man i am today. viva carne asada!
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:53 pm
Honestly,this is rediculous setting time limits for taqueros. Your just as bad as the minute men at the borders and it’s sad that I’ts coming from you. Well what can you expect from a sell out!!!
Really go focus your time in important things.
Hispanic’s are the fastest growing minority here. I honestly dont think that your law will stop them from achieving the american dream. When there’s a will there’s a way.
on May 1st, 2008 at 11:57 pm
It’s great to see so much public support — keep spreading the word to take action!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 12:00 am
Dude. Seriously. Come on.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 12:02 am
We know the history of this woman and it favors her elitist friends. Everyone should look into the crime she participates in.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 12:02 am
This is a blatant attack on people who can’t afford to run a brick and mortar business. These trucks provide good food for an affordable price… I think some people are just scared of good old competition.
In any case, making them move hourly will cause excess pollution and traffic.
This law is obviously aimed and removing the trucks altogether and is completely unfair.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 12:03 am
I love my lengua burritos, and if the city takes that away from me, its game time.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 12:04 am
LEAVE THE LONCHERAS ALONE, THAT IS THE PLACE WHERE I MET MY NOW WIFE AND MOTHER OF MY KIDS, NOT BECAUSE SHE WORKED AT LONCHERA MAKED HER BAD, SHE WORKED THERE BECAUSE IT WAS THE ONLY PLACE THAT WOULD GIVE HER AN OPTION TO GO TO SCHOOL AND WORK, CHANGING HER WORK SCHEDULE TO FIT HER SCHOOL SCHEDULE, SHE COMPLETED HER BACHELOR’S DEGREE WITHIN FOUR YEARS WORKING IN A LONCHERA, NOW SHE WORKS FOR THE SHERIFF’S DEPT. AND LOVES GOING TO EAT TO THE TACO TRUCKS/LONCHERAS
on May 2nd, 2008 at 12:05 am
Please do not do this!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 12:11 am
seriously? are we going after the guy trying to make an honest living now?!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 12:12 am
save the taco trucks!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 12:15 am
Pleace do not do this
on May 2nd, 2008 at 12:21 am
Taco Trucks FTMFW!!!!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 12:23 am
Really now!!!!! Gloria: I once applied and was interviewed to be your Deputy for Social Services and I remember one question in the interview was, “how would you address asthma in the District I represent?” Increasing pollutants is definitely not the answer and providing residents of low-income neighborhoods the opportunity to walk or take a short drive to a nearby taco truck not only reduces pollutants, but also decreases the likelihood of harassment by your power-crazed cops. I think its time to replace you Molina. You are messing with LA, Mexicans, and lovers of Mexican food–ie. EVERYONE of your constituents. In addition to ousting Molina, we should find out what restaurants are filling her purse, sign petitions, and boycott. Take action LA. This is ridiculous.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 12:24 am
SAVE THE TACO TRUCKS!
SAVE THE TACO TRUCKS!
TACO TRUCKS ARE AN IMPORTANT PART OF OUR LA CULTURE AND IT’S NICE TO KNOW I CAN GO BACK TO THE SAME LOCATION AND GET THE SAME DELICIOUS AND
NUTRITIOUS FAST FOOD AT A REASONABLE PRICE, especially later in the day and evening when many restaurants are closed.
I’ve been eating their freshly made tacos, salsas,relishes, jalapenos and other foods for most of my life. Now times are hard and families need to make a living and to eat. It’s always good to see families working together at the taco trucks.
Please let the taco truck families make their honest hard working livings and let them continue to make our lives better by providing us with convenient and fresh, natural good food at a good price. Lord knows there’s enough crime around and there is honor in what they do. We are all over taxed already and we all need good deals where we get our money’s worth and more, especially for something we need to survive, like food. Don’t penalize the taco truck families for providing this.
GOD BLESS THEM.
DO THE RIGHT THING AND ALLOW THEM TO CONTINUE DOING THEIR GOOD, FOR US AND FOR LOS ANGELES.
Thank you.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 12:35 am
When did Gloria Molina become like this anyway? Is this the no-nonsense leftie Chicana from the yesteryear? Can this happen to the rest of us too…?? : o
on May 2nd, 2008 at 12:43 am
I support the taco trucks.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 12:43 am
I love the taco trucks (or lunch trucks is what I call them). And I love Maggie the wonderful cook on that lunch truck who has made me lunch every Monday thru Friday for the past 7 years.
Let them continue working!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 12:49 am
We are the only city I’ve seen that has this sort of thing in North America. It’s great, and it brings a little something different to our city of traffic and no public transportation.
thanks
on May 2nd, 2008 at 12:52 am
Rubbish. Taco trucks have long been a part of Los Angeles’s diverse and unique gastronomy. Forcing them to close - which this new law would effectively entail - would be tantamount to the shameful, wanton destruction of thriving local culture, not to mention the terminations of the proprietors’ hard-earned livelihoods.
Besides, what the would become of Eagle Rock be without Leo’s? People would have no choice but to patronize Jack in the Box for tacos. Blecch.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 12:52 am
I work graveyard,the trucks are one of the few places I can eat at night.Worry about the homeless
on May 2nd, 2008 at 12:58 am
LOVE TACOS!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 1:21 am
Tacos Trucks help drunks get sober. It gives them a spot to eat and drink (water) a little some thing before the get in a car and drive off. Why can’t the city police hang out at taco trucks to ensure that everyone is safe?
on May 2nd, 2008 at 1:49 am
SUPPORT OUR TACO TRUCKS..
on May 2nd, 2008 at 2:01 am
I can’t believe this, I love Carne Asada Tacos and having the Taco Trucks at the corner of your street at Midnight is the best thing, especially when you are very hungry and when you don’t have a car to drive 1 mile or 2. I am so pleased with the every Taco Truck I have been too. Highland Park has the Best!!!! I am Mexican and to do this is outrageous…
on May 2nd, 2008 at 3:03 am
There is a specter haunting L.A. County: THE TACO!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 3:15 am
My wife and I took some friends out last night to support the cause at Tacos La Fonda in North Hollywood. Long live the taco trucks!!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 3:44 am
Long live the taco trucks!!! Removing these trucks from the city would be outrageous! Why not just blow up the hollywood sign or get rid of downtown? Come on people, pull your heads out of your arses!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 4:15 am
the taco trucks are angels on the street…my diet depends on their tacos….this will be devastating!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 4:47 am
Viva taco trucks!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 5:36 am
This is a serious mistake. The “taco trips” that I have taken with my son and his friends have served to strengthen our bonds to each other and the Latino community. The tacos are better when eaten on the street.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 6:00 am
isnt there more important political issues to worrie about then some one trying to make a living for there family.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 6:23 am
Gloria, How much Ya making on this “little deal”…err, law?
Here’s an idea. Why don’t You and the other STUPIDvisors try doing some to improve & benefit ALL of Los Angeles and it’s gente. Not you bloated hidden bank accounts for a change!!!
QUE POCA MADRE!!!!
TACO TRUCKS SI! GLORIA NO!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 6:33 am
Supervisors, repeal this repressive law that criminalizes entrepreneurial spirit! Instead, why don’t you figure out a way to make this a highlight of your community?
on May 2nd, 2008 at 6:44 am
Let us have the freedom to choose.There’s nothing more democratic than us choosing a restaurant, stand, taco truck, etc.And, with gas and food prices as they are,access to great L.A. taco trucks is a relief package that Obama, Clinton, nor McCain could ever match.Let them cook,let them cook……
on May 2nd, 2008 at 6:52 am
Taco trucks should be subject to regular parking regulations, sales and business licenses and health laws. However, if they do all those things, leave them alone!! The taco truck is emblematic of LA county and a symbol of our diversity. It is what makes LA great! Don’t let the taco trucks go away because some fuddy-duddys in the LA County Board of Commissioners never tried a taco at one. Enjoy!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 6:54 am
It’s just not fair! Is this still America?
on May 2nd, 2008 at 6:59 am
I can’t believe something like this is even being considered by the LA County Supervisors. The hard working people who own and operate these trucks, the food they serve, and what they represent to the people of Los Angeles and it’s surrounding cities should be praised, not threatened with jail time and fines. “A little short this week, no problem amigo, just pay me next time. Here, take these please, so you and your kids have something to eat today.” These words are spoken all the time by two very special people in my life who took me in as a member of their family when I was a kid. Taco trucks have given them and countless others a chance to own their own business, purchase a home, and provide for their families.
Rain or shine, these trucks are out there everyday providing quality meals to the people of our communities, and helping to bring people together. Some of the best conversations with the most unique people I’ve ever had were experienced while standing on a sidewalk in L.A. and East L.A. consuming some of the best food we’d ever had.
There’s just something special about coming out of work on your lunch break, running errands in the afternoon, or driving along late at night and seeing one of these trucks. You’re drawn to them because you know you’re in for some awesome food and good conversation with great people.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 7:08 am
Gloria needs to get her priorities straight.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 7:10 am
Dear Supervisor Gloria Molina, please help to overturn the law agains taco trucks and help all those hard working families to earn a living decently.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 7:14 am
Please do not go after harmless taco vendors who are just being hard-working people trying to earn a living.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 7:16 am
Doesn’t the city of Los Angeles have anything better to do than make it harder for people to make a living and enhance the city’s culture while doing it? Viva Taco Trucks!!!!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 7:19 am
We support all of the hard working small businesses in our neighborhood of Highland Park. While we are relatively new residents to the area (transplants from the westside) and I would echo the sentiments of other signers that the taco trucks bring people together and are an asset to the community. Ms. Molina, I respectfully request that you refocus your regulatory efforts to fix other pressing problems facing LA. Sharon Siefert & Peter Tomashevski
on May 2nd, 2008 at 7:20 am
if they made sure everyone paid to ride Metro, the city would have millions in revenue. Don’t mess with the taco trucks. Save our taco trucks!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 7:24 am
save the trucks!!!!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 7:24 am
Simply stated, this is an ill-advised, poorly thought out ordinance and contrary to American and capitalist principles. Despite the stated ‘quality of life’ reasons this really is just an effort by local businesses to rid themselves of competition with assistance by the Board of Supervisors.
Repeal this ordinance now!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 7:26 am
The taco truck is essential to the very fabric of the city, without which, Los Angeles would no longer be the city we have come to know and love - but rather simply a rarefied version of Times Square.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 7:29 am
Taco Trucks provide an affordable alternative to sit down eating i a city where real estate continues to sky rocket. Catering to the complaints of small business owners who choose not to compete is the wrong decision. Regulate reasonable hours, santitation, etc but do not outlaw.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 7:35 am
Taco Trucks are part of the LA identity.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 7:43 am
They’re great for a quick lunch!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 7:43 am
Don’t mess with the Taco Trucks. Since my wife don’t cook, that’s all we have!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 7:46 am
An L.A. tradition should not be swallowed up by high-dollar developers who can influence the City Council. They should realize we may not have the money but we have a lot more votes.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 7:49 am
Its a form of economic discrimination really. If Hollywood Filming can block off a main freeway for a night, and wreek whatever other havoc on our streets, can we not have a taco truck for lunch?
on May 2nd, 2008 at 7:50 am
Taco trucks are a huge part of Southern California, as much as the LA Coliseum or any other landmark.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 7:51 am
Leave the taco trucks be. They’re part of L.A. culture. Do you’re job Ms. Molina and concentrate on important issues.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 7:57 am
Please dont take the tacos away
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:06 am
Ms. Molina, stop pandering to the business lobby and leave our Taco Trucks alone! Maybe you could find some important issues to channel your energy into?
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:10 am
Is there crime at/around the trucks? If not, why are they so bad? Are some store owners getting pissy that they’re out front?
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:10 am
totally unfair
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:14 am
I love tacos. Do not take away the taco trucks.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:15 am
Do not take away my tacos! I love taco trucks!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:24 am
How can restricting competition be good for consumers? I think that taco trucks and restaurants serve different needs. And if a restaurant can’t compete with a taco truck, then perhaps it is a restaurant not meant to survive.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:25 am
NY has knishes, Chicago’s got red hots, LA needs its Tacos!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:25 am
keep taco trucks alive! si se puede!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:26 am
I beleive in free enterprise and I really think that this trucks are the basic sample of determination and hard work. Please save our taco trucks.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:27 am
Tacos or bust!!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:27 am
leave the trucks alone. They are hard workers and already know their own customers. It would be a shame that time is wasted on something like this..Shame shame.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:33 am
I support the taco trucks.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:33 am
This is a legitimate method of making a living and should remain as an option.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:35 am
This ordinance is absurd. We should be encouraging free enterprise and the small business owner, not stifling them.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:39 am
Please support small businesses like the taco truck owners. They provide a good service to Los Angelenos and are not hurting anyone. Thanks.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:41 am
Our tax dollars are being used here? This is just a bad dream, right?
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:42 am
Taco trucks provide food in areas where there is little to no choice of food. I support them!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:42 am
Ridiculous.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:46 am
It seems that when the economy is suffering or we have an upcoming election, that it’s always popular for the politicos to attack the workingman. What’s next, ice cream trucks and hot dog carts.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:46 am
I wholeheartly agree. I know some have wonderful food but laws are being broken and ALL MUST follow the law! Legal or not.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:47 am
Seems like the trucks should be allowed to continue subject to the same requirements and inspzections as other food service providers
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:50 am
WE NEED OUR TACO TRUCKS !!!!!!!!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:50 am
Supervisors: Repeal this ordinance! Leave the trucks alone.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:51 am
I love the food and ambience!! Don’t drive them away.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:52 am
We love our Taco Trucks!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:52 am
Taco trucks should be able park as long as they want.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:53 am
LA Times put it best…”if restaurants, which offer vastly more comfort and better ambience, can’t compete with a taco truck, they may not deserve to survive”.
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:56 am
Taco Trucks have the more authenticated Tacos!
on May 2nd, 2008 at 8:56 am
This is unfair, sometimes we cannot aford to go to re