Roberto, a vendor at the flea market on Mission Street, is struggling with low customer turnout while competition flourishes just outside. Despite a vending ban, many set up along the sidewalk, making navigating the area difficult. The article describes a busy scene with visible drug activity, a stark reminder of the challenges faced in maintaining order. Limited police presence exacerbates the situation as public works employees clean the area. Overall, the dynamics in this space highlight ongoing issues regarding enforcement and public safety.
Roberto has a table at the flea market on Mission Street, but like others, he finds customers few. All of the action is outside on Mission Street.
Every weekend vendors turn the corner and set up along the sidewalk, nearly to Wiese Street, as competition remains fierce despite a vending ban.
At 2:30 p.m. plenty of vendors were present, and I counted at least a dozen people with pipes out, highlighting an ongoing issue of drug dealing.
As public works employees picked up trash, I asked about police presence. The worker indicated they weren't accompanying them today, showcasing limited enforcement.
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