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Mayor frames public-safety push, outlines stricter enforcement for unpermitted vendors and faster disaster permit reviews
Summary
Mayor delivered a lengthy statement emphasizing enforcement against violent offenders and unpermitted food vendors, said the city will fast-track disaster-related permits, described plans to use technology for enforcement and noted available local assistance for permitted vendors.
Mayor Parris outlined multiple public-safety priorities to the Lancaster City Council, saying the city will take a tougher approach to people who commit violent crimes and will enforce rules for unpermitted street vendors while offering assistance to local vendors who comply.
"If you're operating illegally we will take your stuff and truck it away," the mayor said, adding that the city will help local vendors obtain permits and called on Deputy Mayor Rocio and staff to work with vendors seeking lawful operations.
Several vendors and residents spoke during the…
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