In a recent government meeting, a proposal to permanently place two food trucks on a property along Chico Road faced significant scrutiny from city staff, who recommended denial of the request. The applicant, representing her mother Lorena De La Rosa, argued for the establishment of the food trucks, citing 17 years of operation without prior issues and a desire for stability on the newly purchased lot.

The property currently features an existing food truck, a metal container for retail use, and a manufactured home used for storage. The applicant's plan includes adding a second food truck adjacent to the existing one, both of which are movable and attached to vehicles. However, city staff expressed concerns about the temporary nature of the structures and the overall development of the site, which has remained largely undeveloped despite existing uses.

Staff highlighted issues such as potholes in the driveway and gravel washing onto the sidewalk, suggesting that a more permanent development plan would be more suitable for the location. They emphasized that the current zoning allows for commercial use but does not support the addition of multiple temporary structures.

The applicant defended her case by pointing out perceived inequities in enforcement, noting that other food trucks in the area operate without the same requirements for waste disposal and infrastructure. She expressed frustration over the city's demands to relocate the food trucks, citing safety concerns related to theft at storage facilities.

Despite the applicant's arguments, city staff maintained their position, advocating for a more comprehensive development approach rather than the continued placement of temporary food trucks. The discussion highlighted ongoing tensions between local business operations and regulatory frameworks, as the applicant seeks to solidify her family's food truck business in the community.