Getting booted on a first violation happens all the time. I have friends and relatives who will no longer visit us. If you think about it, it is not only extreme that they do it on the first offense but I was told it is actually a violation of the city's own ordinance but no one will do anything about this abuse because the city is desperate for money. Just another example of the rampant corruption in JC.

I am fairly new to JC--four years. I have, however, learned a great deal about this city in a short time from the many local merchants and residents I have come to know. First, it is clear to me that JC's unprofessional and unsophisticated political leadership hasn't a clue how to manage a city. Second, the pervasive corruption allows a few key people to block changes that might impact their personal financial interest or that of those who are "connected." I support sensible regulations that promote a solid commercial foundation for business and protecting residents. They are not mutually exclusive.