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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 This new law needs to be repealed!
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on May 13th, 2008 at 3:05 pm
Save our TACO TRUCKS!!!!
on May 13th, 2008 at 3:12 pm
Save the Taco Trucks!!
on May 13th, 2008 at 3:14 pm
Save the Taco Trucks. Recall Gloria Molina. BOYCOTT THE OTHER MEXICAN RESTAURANTS WHO PAID HER OFF!
on May 13th, 2008 at 3:38 pm
where would I be without chile verde at 3 in the morning after the bar closes. I’ll tell you where, in hell.
on May 13th, 2008 at 3:48 pm
Ave 50 and Fig (across the Food 4Less) tacos are the best. The only other business these trucks affect are Jack-In-Box because all other eateries are closed at the hours the trucks operate.
on May 13th, 2008 at 3:53 pm
The LA Fashion District will starve if there are no taco trucks. We need these trucks.
on May 13th, 2008 at 3:57 pm
SAVE MY TACOS!!!!!!!!
on May 13th, 2008 at 3:57 pm
I LIKE TACOS DE AL PASTOR DOES THAT COUNT STILL SAVE THE TACO TRUCKS
on May 13th, 2008 at 3:58 pm
SACE THE TACO TRUCKS
on May 13th, 2008 at 3:59 pm
This is a ridiculous policy tearing at the fabric of our communities. I welcome more taco trucks and taco stands! Instead of pushing them to the margins, we should figure out how to incorporate them into the public health department monitoring so they get letter grades too. That’ll be a better way of reducing the number of taco trucks, the real goal of this policy.
on May 13th, 2008 at 4:12 pm
I love the taco trucks!!!!
on May 13th, 2008 at 4:51 pm
Stop this travesty!
on May 13th, 2008 at 5:10 pm
noooooo!
on May 13th, 2008 at 5:10 pm
This policy affects ONLY UNINCORPORATED AREAS OF THE COUNTY. About 99% of you who signed on are outsiders who slum in the Eastside every once in a great while. This policy applies to taco trucks EAST of Indiana St. Boyle Heights, El Sereno, Lincoln Heights are all unaffected by this policy. Most of you gringos don’t venture this far into the Eastside anyway. You can still drive over the bridge, score some weed, get some tacos, and head safely back home before the big bad brown folks get you.
on May 13th, 2008 at 5:11 pm
If you watch the Travel channel you’ll soon find out that street food is the core and staple of many cultures diet.It’s inexpensive and delicious. Let’s not allow the gentrification of our city to rob us the the simple pleasure of great food that we all can afford.
on May 13th, 2008 at 5:17 pm
I hope this petition helps protect all the taco trucks and people working in them, just trying to make a living!
on May 13th, 2008 at 5:23 pm
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on May 13th, 2008 at 5:37 pm
El Ranchito!
on May 13th, 2008 at 6:06 pm
Taco trucks are not a crime!
on May 13th, 2008 at 6:36 pm
If having good food is a crime, then we are all guilty! I suppose those who thought of this policy never really had the pleasure of the taco truck experience. If you remove taco trucks, you might as well remove the Lakers. This is just ridiculous.
on May 13th, 2008 at 7:09 pm
they should not be like that with the tacos truck they do that for a living.The tacos are good!!!!! i love them
on May 13th, 2008 at 7:11 pm
Taco Trucks are an L.A. staple! It’s about the few places you can see a gathering of people from any race, any class, from any age group gather at 3 in the morning and have real food at a great price!! Stop this policy which discourages family owned business. After all, Taco Trucks are an American dream for these people.
on May 13th, 2008 at 7:15 pm
What a shame!!!!
on May 13th, 2008 at 7:40 pm
How upsetting this policy is!!!!!! :<
on May 13th, 2008 at 8:40 pm
Taco trucks are indeed a part of the LA culture and enrichment of this city. Let’s all unite to prevent from this policy to take place. Shame on you Gloria Molina!!!
on May 13th, 2008 at 8:43 pm
can’t u see the economic
on May 13th, 2008 at 8:50 pm
YUO MUST BE OUT OF YOUR MIND!!!
on May 13th, 2008 at 9:19 pm
stop trying to tear away any semblance of soul that LA has
on May 13th, 2008 at 9:28 pm
I grew up in L.A. and sadden to know that anyone representing L.A. would feel the need to get rid of something so cultural. Taco trucks not only feed a craving, but also bring people together. Many of my “out-of-towner” friends look forward to the new taco truck that I discovered in this great city. Please don’t take this away from us.
Monica Varela
on May 13th, 2008 at 9:35 pm
Taco trucks are a trademark of LA. Taking away the taco trucks is like taking away the palm trees or the Hollywood sign. Its what makes us, NY has its pizza,Chicago its hot dog……We have tacos save the taco………. ELA Wendy
on May 13th, 2008 at 9:42 pm
SAVE THE TACO TRUCKS! They have the same right as the fixed businesses to sell their food just like everyone else!
on May 13th, 2008 at 9:47 pm
No more taco trucks? whats the point of going to LA or downtown? Where else would I get my fav tacos in world? I visit from NYC and its a must for me, there are taco trucks in nyc also but taste as good as caca.
most of all - its good food! its an economy…its call entrepreneurship - its what makes America kool
on May 13th, 2008 at 9:57 pm
Carne Asada is NOT a crime!!
on May 13th, 2008 at 10:10 pm
SAVE OUR TACO TRUCKS NOW!!!!
on May 13th, 2008 at 10:13 pm
We want more tacos!!!!
on May 13th, 2008 at 10:14 pm
Taco Trucks are a trademark to LA and do our a community a great service. Don’t restrict the taco trucks!
on May 13th, 2008 at 10:19 pm
stop picking on people that are trying to earn a living.
on May 13th, 2008 at 10:20 pm
I love Tacos!!!
on May 13th, 2008 at 10:21 pm
tacos are the best.
on May 13th, 2008 at 10:22 pm
save our taco trucks please!!
on May 13th, 2008 at 10:25 pm
we don’t want our truck to go anywhere
on May 13th, 2008 at 10:26 pm
Please save out Trucks!!
on May 13th, 2008 at 11:08 pm
Save the taco trucks!
on May 13th, 2008 at 11:23 pm
Save the Taco trucks!!! YUM!
on May 13th, 2008 at 11:47 pm
Taco trucks contribute to LA’s diversity by adding to the wide range of affordable food options we offer in LA. Not everyone that eats at taco trucks can afford other options.
on May 13th, 2008 at 11:52 pm
There has to be a better way! i want to know what “Family establishment” will be open at 1am, when i need to gather my strength after a night drinking, they sober us up, give us nourishment at the wee hours of the day!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 12:03 am
This is an anti-Latino measure. I don’t care how many Latinos support it, they are Tio Tacos.
on May 14th, 2008 at 1:32 am
since when are taco trucks a nuisance? people are just trying to make an honest living and they are definitely a cultural part of LA. aren’t there more important issues that need to be taken care of? i’m embarrassed for the people who even thought of this. ever had taco truck food? if not, everyone should.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:07 am
That shizz is ridiculous!!!how can anyone think of getting rid of taco trucks?i say leave them alone they don’t do anything but serve bomb ass food.LEAVE THE TACO TRUCKS ALONE!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:10 am
save our lengua!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:12 am
Long live lengua!
on May 14th, 2008 at 5:49 am
Viva La Roach Coach! Best of luck amigos!
Rojo
on May 14th, 2008 at 6:30 am
What an unnecessary measure! Bring back Los Angelino culture!
on May 14th, 2008 at 6:42 am
Ridiculous…why get rid of a great service.
on May 14th, 2008 at 6:46 am
Taco trucks are cultural icons, they represent the sensibilities of hard working Angelenos. A measure against taco trucks is a measure against the working class of Los Angeles.
“Carne Asada is NOT a crime!!”
on May 14th, 2008 at 7:15 am
Tacos Libres!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 7:23 am
man i love taco trucks i grew up goin to them. stop the madness
on May 14th, 2008 at 8:16 am
unreasonable.
do we not live in a “free capitilist” society.
give me taco or give me death.
on May 14th, 2008 at 8:37 am
i love tacos!
on May 14th, 2008 at 8:44 am
Taco trucks are part of Los Angeles County’s vibrant cultural and culinary landscape. C’mon LA Co Board of Supervisors, I know you can find a better solution.
Btw- The LA Co BOS website lists contact information for each supervisor. I’d suggest calling yours today. Here’s the website link:
http://bos.co.la.ca.us
on May 14th, 2008 at 8:50 am
dude…. they keep tacos affordable!!! and tasty! and mobile.
on May 14th, 2008 at 8:52 am
this is just sad.
on May 14th, 2008 at 9:04 am
I no longer live in Los Angeles but remember the Taco Trucks well. Keep the Taco Trucks and keep free enterprise alive!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 9:07 am
Politician!!! Keep your hands away from our life. Sra. Molina we will make you not elected next time
on May 14th, 2008 at 9:07 am
The taco trucks are usually the only source of good food late at night. This is really a priority for the city to pursue? Wow… Way to be on the job LA.
on May 14th, 2008 at 9:08 am
You guys are doing a great thing
Keep up the good work
TACO TRUCKS
on May 14th, 2008 at 9:10 am
DON’T HATE ON TACO TRUCKS!!! IT’S NOT THEIR FAULT UR FAT . BLAME IT ON SOMETHING ELSE…INSTEAD ON WASTING UR TIME ON THIS GO GET A LIFE!!!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 9:13 am
Leave the taco trucks alone!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 9:22 am
there are better things the officials can do than ban taco trucks.
on May 14th, 2008 at 9:23 am
i’m a vegetarian, yet i still know how important taco trucks are to los angeles.
on May 14th, 2008 at 9:26 am
Taco Trucks are one of the things that make LA so unique.
on May 14th, 2008 at 9:26 am
long live tacos.
on May 14th, 2008 at 9:33 am
It’s not Fair!!!!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 9:35 am
Please do not take away the taco trucks if anything take away the beggers at the end of off ramps begging not working for money these are hard working people.
on May 14th, 2008 at 9:35 am
Leave the taco trucks alone. You are just creating more greenhouse gases by having the trucks move every hour.
Other issues that should take priority over taco trucks:
The gang problem; The failing LAUSD; the ineffective transportation system; lack of quality public healthcare; air/water/noise pollution; illegal immigrants; urban sprawl
on May 14th, 2008 at 9:36 am
TACOS!!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 9:49 am
Leave them alone…
on May 14th, 2008 at 9:56 am
Stop the nonsense! Please keep local taco trucks in business.
on May 14th, 2008 at 9:59 am
This is a travesty!
on May 14th, 2008 at 10:02 am
Save the taco trucks. They have the best food for the best value.
on May 14th, 2008 at 10:03 am
Viva la Taco! Ole!
on May 14th, 2008 at 10:04 am
I <3 Tacos
on May 14th, 2008 at 10:06 am
Save the Tacos!!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 10:08 am
tacos for the win
on May 14th, 2008 at 10:15 am
Please save the taco trucks! They are an important part of our city.
on May 14th, 2008 at 10:15 am
NOOOO!!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 10:17 am
KEEP OUR TRUCKS!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 10:29 am
Save the “loncheras”. As a true and proper Angelino, we must help preserve this vital part of LA life. Anyone that has lived in our city and understands Hispanic culture, knows how important it is to save these trucks and keep them operational for all to enjoy. This is not just the taco truck you “grub down” at after a night out on the sunset strip, every truck is special with their own menus and atmosphere…I see this new law as an initial step to due away with them in the future.
SAVE THE LONCHERAS!!!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 10:30 am
Save the Taco Trucks!
on May 14th, 2008 at 10:38 am
Leave our Taco Trucks alone!
on May 14th, 2008 at 10:44 am
I love tacos! Therefore I love taco trucks!
on May 14th, 2008 at 10:48 am
Taco trucks are featured in the Food Network Channel- they’re part of an everyday way of life. You can’t get rid of them just like that. We’ll find a way to come back- we always do.
on May 14th, 2008 at 10:52 am
This ordinance is ridiculous!
on May 14th, 2008 at 10:55 am
I *heart* Taco Trucks!
on May 14th, 2008 at 11:01 am
Save our tacos!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 11:03 am
Save our trucks!
on May 14th, 2008 at 11:05 am
Bureucrats should worry about fixing the traffic problem not what where I get my tacos!
on May 14th, 2008 at 11:06 am
Save the taco trucks! This is outrageous!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 11:29 am
Lourdes, obviously you are not from Mexico. Because yes there are taxo trucks, not large ones like they are here, which are more cleaner. But there small ones that sell off the street.
on May 14th, 2008 at 11:38 am
Save the Trucks! Save the Barrio!
on May 14th, 2008 at 11:39 am
Seriously, do you people realize that the MAJORITY of California is actually Mexican. Mexicans like tacos….I like tacos….and I am white. Don’t ban them you retards….for God sakes.
on May 14th, 2008 at 11:41 am
I support local business!!!! And I love tacos.
on May 14th, 2008 at 11:44 am
Some time ago I noticed the absence of taco trucks in Beverly Hills, where I work. I was told that that it was lack of construction sites, not regulations that kept them away. I miss them and the various melodies their trucks made to announce their presence. They offered affordable, tasty food and are an integral part of Los Angeles culture. Leave them alone to make a living.
on May 14th, 2008 at 11:44 am
please stop vilifying the good folks behind our precious taco trucks! <3
on May 14th, 2008 at 11:50 am
Please don’t take away our favor food, it is part of our culture.
on May 14th, 2008 at 11:52 am
Why don’t the county supervisors look into finding ways to fund universal healthcare instead of victimizing hard working people who are part of the tightly woven tapestry that is Los Angeles culture. Gloria Molina needs to remember her roots or is she such a gran mierda that she can’t stand to associate herself with her own people. Looks to me like we need a change in county leadership. To quote America’s Mexican George Lopez, F**k that Puto!
on May 14th, 2008 at 11:53 am
Carne asada is not a crime!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 11:58 am
Please don’t take LA’s soul away.
on May 14th, 2008 at 11:59 am
I don’t think I can live without tacos from the taco trucks!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 12:03 pm
Taco trucks are a huge part of our city. Save our tacos, they are sooo gooood!
on May 14th, 2008 at 12:06 pm
This is part of what makes Los Angeles the great city that it is. You can’t dismantle something because you dont favor it. There a many Los Angelenos that have there breakfast, lunch & dinner at these trucks. Dont destroy another part of our history…
on May 14th, 2008 at 12:19 pm
This is madness…
on May 14th, 2008 at 12:20 pm
The Taco truck in my area (El Sereno) has been in business for as long as I can remember it would be a shame if he had to close up shop… I remember when I was in high school, going to eat tacos after a party. He would be greatly missed by everone in our community because he is well known for his good food. Pooh on you Gloria, I am shocked!!! Don’t you eat Tacos and burritos too?
on May 14th, 2008 at 12:22 pm
dumb idea.
on May 14th, 2008 at 12:39 pm
This is SO wrong!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 12:41 pm
I’ve had many nights end with Taco Zone on Alvarado….where will i go now??
on May 14th, 2008 at 12:46 pm
I saddened to see that people that are trying to make an honest living are being targeted. I think there are more important issues in our communities that need to be deal with and should be a priority.
What a shame!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 12:46 pm
I’m from San Diego and I think there’s nothing more American than a hopeful independent business man. It’s a sad day when we discourage what made America great, while giving ridiculous breaks for a Wal-Mart that brings our country down.
on May 14th, 2008 at 12:48 pm
Some of my best times were spent out side of a Taco Truck. They are a part of the culture and need to stay with us.
on May 14th, 2008 at 12:49 pm
Major bummer
on May 14th, 2008 at 12:56 pm
LA wouldn’t be the same without its taco trucks!
on May 14th, 2008 at 12:56 pm
CARNE ASADA IS NOT A CRIME!
but suadero should be, damn… suadero dorado is what keeps me going
on May 14th, 2008 at 12:57 pm
In tacos we trust
on May 14th, 2008 at 12:57 pm
When you find a good one they are great…but make a quick stop at 3am and you might get the chorrito!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 1:03 pm
We will find common ground . The taco trucks are the culture of Los Angeles .
on May 14th, 2008 at 1:06 pm
Dont let them take our crispy suadero away!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 1:07 pm
viva suadero!
on May 14th, 2008 at 1:09 pm
Save the Taco Trucks!
on May 14th, 2008 at 1:29 pm
SAVE THE TACO TRUCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 1:44 pm
They are working for a living … support la raza!!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 1:44 pm
SAVE OUR TACO TRUCKS!
on May 14th, 2008 at 1:44 pm
i <3 me some club dogs and taco trucks
on May 14th, 2008 at 1:48 pm
let the street vendors do their thing. the people want to eat.
on May 14th, 2008 at 1:55 pm
i’ve yet to find a restaurant that can compare as far as taste- keep ‘em legal!
on May 14th, 2008 at 2:18 pm
I support the taco trucks, but most importantly i support the people who work on the taco trucks!
on May 14th, 2008 at 2:19 pm
save the truxx.
on May 14th, 2008 at 2:22 pm
Getting rid of the taco trucks hurts everybody. These are people’s lives you’re messing up for no good reason.
on May 14th, 2008 at 2:35 pm
Taco’s are not a crime. Save the truck’s and save the job’s of honest workers.
on May 14th, 2008 at 2:45 pm
Go Taco Trucks!!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 2:52 pm
I’m a 16 year resident of Mt. Washington who loves her taco trucks. I also love my local restaurants. One does not preclude the other.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:01 pm
I love taco trucks. So if you get rid of the them you are destroying the SoCal culture that they enbody.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:05 pm
Save our culture!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:07 pm
My mother supported us by working at a taco truck while we grew up, if you eliminate tacos trucks, you will be eliminating jobs, why would you do such an act? You will put more people without jobs, and increase the crime rate, because if she did not have money for the bills, I would have committed crimes to pay the bills and for groceries, as working 2 jobs already was not enough without her income. Please do not regulate the taco truck owners in any way, they made their way from selling oranges, to owning ice cream carts, to owning churro carts, and grew into a larger business which is a taco truck. Do not tell them that once they succeed they will be taken down, only to return to selling oranges or ice creams which is not enough to survive for a family.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:10 pm
Has anyone seen where “el amigo tacos” has been located at?
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:14 pm
…i’ll be damned if they take the taco trucks…save the taco trucks!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:18 pm
Maybe you should spend your time and energy trying to fix the county’s broken healthcare system instead of messing with hardworking people trying to eek out a living.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:19 pm
These trucks are part of the culture of Los Angeles. They are certainly cleaner than some restaurants I have been to.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:21 pm
East LA without taco trucks would be like…East Oakland and the Mission, SF with out taco trucks!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:22 pm
This is an honest living and it is not hurting anyone. Once the white man finds out he is not getting a piece of the pie, they have to put a stop to it. And as far as Gloria, Have you forgotten when you come from. Or did you decided to just join them? WHAT A SHAME!!! How do you sleep at night?
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:22 pm
please let them keep doing what they are doing. i go to a truck at least once a day and would hate to drive around to find my favorite one
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:22 pm
I love my taco truck! Help!!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:22 pm
I wish I lived in LA! The food trucks in Manhattan are essential and the food is good and affordable. I’m sure I would love the ones in the west as well - aren’t there enough customers for everyone??
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:24 pm
COM’ON POLITICIANS… LET THE PEOPLE MAKE THERE MONEY… FOCUS OUR TAX MONEY ON MORE IMPORTANT CAUSES…….
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:24 pm
Maybe if the economy was better, patrons could afford to eat at these so called businesses that are losing customers to the taco trucks. I personally go, because they are delicious, and some of the nicest people and families I have met in L.A. are the proprietors.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:24 pm
TACO LIBRE!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:24 pm
Save the trucks!!! Been living in hawaii for 5 years and everytime i get hungry all i can think about are the taco trucks!!! mmmmm
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:26 pm
The new law is outrageous! City councilmen must be pretty bored to come up with this. Stop trying to push the taco trucks around!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:26 pm
Please stop stupid laws!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:26 pm
Why not focus on real crime? Like drugs and gangs …leave the taco trucks alone!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:26 pm
Bring them east, i’ll eat a taco over a hot dog anyday!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:27 pm
If we are going to remove everything that makes LA distinctive, we might as well move to Orange County.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:27 pm
I think our tax dollars could be better spent than trying to eradicate taco trucks from our streets….
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:28 pm
Absurd! Los Angeles has bigger problems than our taco trucks. Let us eat our tacos in peace!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:28 pm
i love tacos. i live in the pomona area, district 1. b&m restaurants suck.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:28 pm
I love Loncheras!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:28 pm
If it means community unity, why fight it? Leave the taco trucks alone!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:29 pm
Yo Metamoros, your not to smart are you? Your the reason people dislike americans, that was a ignorant comment
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:29 pm
Attack real crime not good people providing good food at a fair price.
Give peace a chance.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:29 pm
Let’s do this
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:30 pm
I don’t live in L.A. but I love the taco trucks up here in Northern California–you simply cannot beat the value and deliciousness of a taco truck burrito…I can’t imagine not having access to them anymore.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:30 pm
Keep the taco trucks on the street and help support hard working people and their families!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:30 pm
i want my tacos!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:31 pm
I totally support the taco trucks, the street cart vendors, and any other person, no mater what color or race, and for the record, I am a white-boy, so you people talking doo-doo about whites remember, we are not “ALL” racist or biased!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:31 pm
Again the citizens are getting screwed; what happened to freedom of choice and the right of free commerce. I’m poor and every penny saved really counts. Additionally I do sympathize with business owners who are complaining, but they are the ones who decided to do business from a fixed location which also has it advantages over taco trucks, why not close them down as well, an eye for an eye. I tell you why - the supervisors are either narrow minded and/or simply tax opportunist regardless of the cost to taco trucks and there customers.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:32 pm
if its cause they park directly in front of restaraunts, then pass a law to keep them from this–but to pass a law that makes them move and yet the gov expects them to pay taxes–then just come out and have the balls to say your against them –sometimes i just want a quick taco and don’t wanna pay higher prices plus tips.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:33 pm
I just moved to TX from CA, but when I go back, the first thing I do is buy tacos from the trucks! It’s time for Revolution!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:33 pm
I love the taco trucks
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:33 pm
save the taco trucks! they’re part of los angelino culture
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:33 pm
Carrrrrrrrrne Asada is not a crime!!!
Taco-eaters are not criminals!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:33 pm
Nitt Pikin laws. I always wanted to have a taco truck business. Worry about real crime!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:34 pm
viva la lunch truck!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:34 pm
Honest people trying to make an honest buck! Put yourself in their shoes…
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:35 pm
Street-corner carne asada forever!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:38 pm
The fools that made this law only eat at Taco Bell, sorry bastards!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:38 pm
People are free to pick where they want to eat and if they prefer good tasting tacos appose to restaurant fake tacos that is their choice. Also not to mention that people also choose to eat at taco trucks because of financial reasons. If this law is passed there will no changes in restaurants not having any customers, why? because their prices are still to high.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:38 pm
is this the real petition?
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:40 pm
Yes we can!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:40 pm
Let’s try to save the trucks. Better than those expensive restaurants, where most of the time the service sucks anyhow. Also, at the trucks you don’t have to leave a tip. =)
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:40 pm
As a libertarian, I must proclaim that this is another example of government taking away one’s right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness but yet the government wants their taxes. The roach coaches are a prime example of free market capitalism. Sounds like a bunch of sour grapes from the restaurants.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:40 pm
These new restrictions are anti-American.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:40 pm
Let the people run their business without discrimination. Viva el taco truck!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:40 pm
it’s like… come on.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:40 pm
Have two locations picked out (instead of just one), and just move the truck between the two locations, ever hour. Make sure the truck can be seen from both spots.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:41 pm
FCK Gloria Molina y toods los suervisores
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:41 pm
If they kick you out of LA, bring your trucks to Chicago. We NEED taco trucks in Chicago! Good Luck! It’s a TACO REVOLUTION!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:41 pm
Carne Asada is not a crime!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:41 pm
I love tacos although they sometimes give me the shits! These trucks have the best. This is an unfair law. Viva Los Angeles!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:41 pm
Save the damn tacos, dammit!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:42 pm
bill gates IS A GENIUS
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:42 pm
Save real food at fair prices!! Help keep the culture of L.A. true!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:42 pm
Business is business. To unfairly put limits on one type of restaurant versus another is a travesty and un-american. These trucks provide a great service to hundreds of thousands of people and make is much easier for them to get their lunch or dinner when time is one of our most crucial resources we have.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:42 pm
Yeah! I’m glad to sign the petition. I hope it goes somewhere….
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:43 pm
no protectionism for brick and mortor restuarnts, If you can’t compete, find a new line of work
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:43 pm
With so much crime, the law goes after people who pay taxes and operate legally! That is the CRIME!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:43 pm
this is outrageous and unnecessary. keep your laws off my tacos!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:44 pm
Let’s stop these people. Who don’t know what it is to really earn a living. Who have never worked a day in a factory, or had to deal with 15 min lunches, work 13-19 hours a day, or see their kids for 2 hours because papi has to go back to work
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:44 pm
the people that passed this law are high class bastards
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:45 pm
I am a frequent visitor to the greater Los Angeles area and every time I come to Los Angeles I go to a taco truck. I even bring back tacos on my trip home. It is a PLANNED part of my trip, several times a year. I absolutely oppose this law. Not to mention how it will hurt many lower income families and put so many out of work.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:45 pm
I will like to support the taco trucks, not only do they have good food and low cost it’s convenient and they are around when the food restaurants are closed, not that they have to close early, they do close early from past experience
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:45 pm
Going to school at Occidental College, I can say most of the students live off of taco trucks. We would stave without them. It also allows different cultures to meet at an outdoor local spot. It’s very liberating! Que viva tacos!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:46 pm
taco trucks rock!!!! orale
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:46 pm
Stupid government shouldn’t bother people trying to get by. Don’t get rid of the taco trucks! They are delicious. I would rather go to the taco truck instead of the stupid restaurants they park in front of any day!!!!!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:46 pm
Living in LA, I find it lacks in two things, “good” mexican food, and good late night restaurants. Taco trucks fill both these voids. Delicious tacos at 11pm or 1am is a treat. I rarely see a taco truck out before nightfall, I do not think these late night trucks steal any business from established restaurants.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:46 pm
I say we boycott all the restaurants that sponsored
this law. This is all about money and the fact that the city counsel can be bought
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:46 pm
This is not fair.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:46 pm
I support these taco trucks they help us pay the bills. We are clean just as a restaurant. It’s just that they are mad because we are cheaper and better then they are, we dont make immitations, we make real home cooked food like our families at home used to make, not frozen tacos in the microwave or oven.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:47 pm
When traveling to LA, taco trucks are a must stop for me and my friends. This law is unfair and unpatriotic as it limits a legitimate business that provides a service that other restraunts can’t. This law needs to be overturned.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:48 pm
As a business owner myself, I don’t see a problem with taco trucks. they are a part of L.A. culture, especially after dark. And i have never seen them park directly outside a restaurant. As far as added competition for the restaurant owners, isn’t that the same as having another restaurant open on the same block? So what’s the problem here??
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:48 pm
This a ridiculous law! I enjoy eating at taco trucks because their food is good and reasonably priced. We can’t all afford to eat at El Torito or Acapulco (nor do I want to…yuk!). I do eat at East L.A. Restaurants occasionally, if it’s good and affordable…they needn’t worry, I’ll be back to their restaurants. There is some loyalty to some of these “establishments”. IF they earn it. BTW…The taco trucks I frequent are not adjacent to any restaurants.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:49 pm
this country was founded on entreprenuerialship…entreprenuers who are being punished despite complying with regulations, health concerns, and good service..
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:49 pm
Although I have never eaten at a taco truck, this is an injustice and a disservice to our society to impose such ridiculous fines for such hard working people. These trucks are part of the culture in this city I call home. If you can’t take the heat, get out of your “fixed” kitchen.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:49 pm
I only wish they’d park in front of my work. Yum!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:49 pm
Save the Trucks!!! This is part of Los Angeles culture.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:49 pm
Save the Taco Trucks!!! I love me some great, late night snacks and food from LA’s glorious taco trucks!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:50 pm
Cuatro de Carne Asada con todo por favor!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:51 pm
Senora Molina!!! ARE YOU HISPANIC? IF NOT PLEASE CHANGE YOUR NAME YOU DO NOT DESERVE IT!!! lET PEOPLE KEEP THEIR DIGNITY BY LETTING THEM WORK IN AN HONEST WAY PLEASE LOOK FOR REAL PROBLEMS TO FIGHT,,, HOW ABOUT… CRIME! AND GANGS? DON’T LOOK FOR STUPID WAYS TO FINE PEOPLE AND WORRY ABOUT REAL PROBLEMS THAT AFFECT CITIZENS.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:51 pm
Our mobile trucks are more environmentally friendy then those buildings. We have a renewable source of energy they don’t. My truck runs on Biodiesel from what I cook. They create green house gases 100 times more then my truck. I make my own gas where I only pay 1.29 for my gas still instead of paying $ 4.79 to some oil tycoon.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:51 pm
Come on. Obviously, people would rather eat at the taco trucks than the brick and mortar restaurants, or they would just go to the restaurants regardless. Why do politicians always have to follow the money at the expense of those who work hard yet make less????
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:51 pm
JUST ANOTHER UNFAIR LAW! LET THEM DO BUSINESS!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:51 pm
If we don’t stop it there, it could happen here, too.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:51 pm
please leave the taco trucks alone!
taco truck taste better that the restaurant tacos.
I want the taco trucks to stay in my neighborhood forever
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:51 pm
Taco Trucks provide a very tasty meal for many who will not be able to afford sit down restaurants.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:52 pm
If it wasn’t for the fact that taco trucks really are more than a vehicle for selling tacos, that their existence is intrinsic to the unique heritage of this city, I would say ‘okay’ to the rules. But keep uniqueness alive! Why should Los Angeles look, be, like Minneapolis or Cleveland - we aren’t, and one of the many reasons we aren’t are the taco trucks.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:52 pm
Please save the Al Pastor tacos!!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:52 pm
I believe this is another attempt by Los Angeles County to try and force their way of life on others. These trucks pay taxes, they are subject to the same rules as other food service venders, and do nto cause issues for the most part.
If you are worried about impacts on other brick and morter stores, then restrict them from being within a particular distance or some such. But do not create an undue hardship on the trucks.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:52 pm
very good home-made food… restaurants that charge $10 for a burrito should be worried
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:52 pm
I love my taco trucks. They are there when all the restaurants are closed. Do not take them away from me!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:52 pm
14000 Taco Trucks can’t be wrong!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:54 pm
I NEED THAT GREASE AT 2 AM AFTER THE BAR!!!
ONE ALL MEAT CARNE ASADA BURRITO!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:54 pm
I love taco trucks!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:55 pm
Taco trucks = equality for all eaters!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:55 pm
Taco Trucks are a piece of Los Angeles history! Even Harrison Ford eats at them!
Taco Libre!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:55 pm
THIS IS JUST WRONG!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:56 pm
Taco trucks serve many important social and economic functions.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:56 pm
I left LA for New Mexico over 2 years ago, and I still miss the Taco Truck that used to come by my work. These people become like family for the regulars, and they should be allowed to earn their living. Just because they cannot, or choose not to, pay for expensive building leases and staff doesn’t mean they should be descriminated against. What happened to the LA “Do the Best You Can With What You Have” mentality?
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:56 pm
These are people working hard to provide a living for themselves and they have every right to serve their community. Not only is the taco truck’s food amazing but it’s become part of LA culture. Don’t mess with the taco trucks!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:57 pm
Taco Trucks are a piece of Los Angeles history! Even Harrison Ford eats at them!
Taco Libre!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:57 pm
Our city’s treasure and heritage is our taco trucks!!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:57 pm
VIVA LOS TACOS!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:57 pm
SENORA MOLINA AND ALL HER PARTNERS IN CRIME PLEASE USE YOUR BRAIN TO FIND OTHER WAYS TO MAKE A LIVING AND NOT BUSTING HONEST PEOPLE MAKING AN HONEST WAY OF LIVING!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:57 pm
They are making an honest living they pay taxes
and man the tacos, burritos are good
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:57 pm
Save the Taco trucks!!!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:57 pm
Taco Trucks are apart of the Latino Heritage.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:58 pm
O.K. MS. MOLINA, WHILE THE CONTRUCTION LABORER’S ARE WORKING HARD BUILDING, AND GARDNERS ARE MAKING “I’M SURE, YOUR MANSION” BEAUTIFUL. WHERE DO YOU EXPECT THESE PEOPLE TO EAT WHEN THEY ONLY GET A FEW MINUTES TO BREAK AND EAT, ESPECIALLY IN THE SUMMER, WHY DON’T YOU PICK ON THE DRUG DEALERS AND GANG MEMBERS KILLING OUR CHILDREN RATHER THEN PUTTING INNOCENT PEOPLE IN JAIL OR FINEING $1,000 TO PUT MORE MONEY IN YOUR POCKET. I KNOW WHO NOT TO VOTE FOR!!!!!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:58 pm
so are we all going to jail next for eating at the Taco Truck?
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:58 pm
I think it is loco.
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:58 pm
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on May 14th, 2008 at 3:59 pm
I don’t live in Los Angeles, but taco trucks are a near and dear part of the beautiful culture that exists throughout the state of CA. Any discrimination against them in Los Angeles, is an attack on CA’s social fabric!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:59 pm
Honest hard working people! Viva Los Angeles!
on May 14th, 2008 at 3:59 pm
leave the taco trucks alone!
on May 14th, 2008 at 4:00 pm
stop trying trying to keep the little man down
on May 14th, 2008 at 4:00 pm
SAVE OUR TACO TRUCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!
These hard working people are just making a honest living like the rest of us.Is it a crime to take care of there family by selling food?They been around for many years,WHY NOW?Let’s try to solve the problem not to eliminate it.
on May 14th, 2008 at 4:00 pm
This ordinance shames Los Angeles.
on May 14th, 2008 at 4:00 pm
I say to lawmakers… stop picking on people trying to earn an honest living! They should focus their energy and resources on helping our economy, not hurting it!!
on May 14th, 2008 at 4:01 pm
Tacos are delicious, live and let live.
on May 14th, 2008 at 4:01 pm
I am one of thousands of Angelenos on a low income. I depend on these taco trucks at times for my meals. All of the taco trucks I am familiar with are at parks or in the middle of blocks and do not interfere with restaurant businesses. Penalizing all of them for the faults of a few is heavy handed and smells of payoffs to city officials. A better measure would be to prohibit trucks to park within a certain distance of competing Mexican or Spanish restaurants. It seems un-American to me to be penalizing hard working businessmen. If the trucks are paying taxes, cleaning up after themselves and submitting to inspection, you should concentrate on the few vehicles causing problems instead of penalizing all of them. You should recind this idiotic legislation.
on May 14th, 2008 at 4:01 pm
I support and love my tacos!
on May 14th, 2008 at 4:02 pm
They could take the easy way & live off of the system ie:welfare disability but they are hard working people if the other businesses say they are taking their customers then they need to get more competetive leave them the FUCK alone.But the real reason and the only one is the city wants REVENUE by fining them.GET IT.
on May 14th, 2008 at 4:02 pm
Don’t make it even harder for people to earn a living. Plus - we as the consumers of fast food from the taco truck do not need to be punished for simply wanting a reliable , cost effective meal made from someone who reslembles a Mother and uses all the same foods as a Mother. No preservatives or chemical , good ole home cookin.
on May 14th, 2008 at 4:03 pm
I love tacos.
on May 14th, 2008 at 4:03 pm
save my big 3 dollar burrito!
on May 14th, 2008 at 4:03 pm
I would consider safety — if these trucks keep moving around, you’ll find/see/experience patrons driving around looking for them. AND these taco truck owners are only trying to make a living…
Yet another example of some politicians and lawmakers wasting valuable time on crap instead of real issues…
on May 14th, 2008 at 4:03 pm
Long live taco trucks! They are not only an LA thing anymore, they are all the way up in Washington and Idaho now. This can spread, stop it now!