"They park in front of fire hydrants. They park in front of driveways. Nobody can find a parking space. I need to load and unload things, so it affects my day-to-day business. There's no spots for my employees."
"We understand the concerns regarding trucks being parked on neighborhood streets for extended periods and, in some cases, in locations that may not be permitted. While Ryder rents and leases vehicles to other businesses, we take the safe and responsible operation of our vehicles seriously."
"The NYPD and the 108th Precinct address illegal truck and commercial vehicle parking through regular precinct enforcement and targeted operations by the Transportation Bureau's Traffic Enforcement Division."
Residents and business owners in western Queens, specifically Long Island City, are experiencing significant disruptions from rental trucks parked illegally on neighborhood streets. Paul Austi, a 40-year business owner, and other neighbors report that Ryder trucks and other rental vehicles are blocking fire hydrants, driveways, and parking spaces needed for employees and daily operations. The area, which includes homes, bakeries, and a Ryder facility, lacks alternate side parking regulations, allowing trucks to remain parked long-term. Ryder acknowledged concerns about extended street parking and committed to responsible community operations. The NYPD stated it addresses illegal truck parking through regular enforcement and targeted operations by the Traffic Enforcement Division.
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