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Bellflower Drive resident accuses operator of unlicensed sober-living house; council did not take immediate action

La Mesa City Council · February 11, 2026
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Summary

Resident Barbie Wheeler told the council a house run by Richard Evans operates as an illegal sober-living facility, alleging nuisance and safety problems; the council did not act at the meeting and the comment was cut short when time expired.

Barbie Wheeler, speaking for residents of Bellflower Drive, urged the council to take action against what she described as an illegal sober-living facility operated by Richard Evans. Wheeler said residents have raised the issue for more than 10 years and described incidents she said damaged neighborhood safety and quality of…

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