For nearly two years, neighbors and small businesses have stepped up to document conditions on the 400 block of Hayes — a public street operating under a public permit. This work has been routine, transparent, and rooted in civic responsibility.
Recently, something shifted.
Our documentation revealed unexpected patterns in how the street closure is being managed — patterns we can’t fully discuss yet, but that raise serious questions about transparency, accountability, and how public feedback is being handled.
What’s become clear is this:
Some would prefer the community not pay attention.
We disagree.
HVS remains committed to independent, fact-based oversight, and we will continue this work without interruption.
More soon.
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