Edward Siu of the Chinatown Merchants Association expressed frustration about illegal vendors, saying, "We have a lot of merchants who have paid for rental, insurance, license, and everything. The illegal street vendors don't have to pay for anything." This reflects the deeper issue of fairness and competition in the market.
Siu recounted the alarming practice of food safety violations, sharing a disturbing account: "If someone eats it, they'll get stomach flu," emphasizing the public health dangers posed by illegal vendors who resell discarded food.
Peter Lo, a long-time business owner, described how illegal vendors interfere with his business operations: "They usually block the street - even when I ask them, they refuse to leave," indicating the strain on established businesses due to illegal activity.
Mei Zhu voiced her concern about the community's image being tarnished: "The Chinatown image is no good because it's a lot of garbage right here," illustrating how illegal vending affects tourism and the local economy.
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