06/10/2026
Neighbors, we wanted to make everyone aware of a disturbing situation that happened last week. We’re sharing this so our neighbors can stay aware and keep an eye out. If you see this individual or witness any concerning behavior, please contact the police.
Our neighbor Kevin, a senior citizen, caught a man destroying and pulling up the vegetables in his garden. Kevin depends on that garden during the summer months to help stretch his budget, so this was understandably heartbreaking, upsetting, and infuriating for him.🥹
We also have video of what appears to be the same man behind Chula. In that incident, he was un******ng in public. The police were called, but he left the area on a skateboard as they arrived.
Then yesterday morning, when we came in to open the restaurant, we discovered that someone had entered our patio area during the night and left a very unpleasant mess behind. Thankfully, we have a power washer, but it was still upsetting and frustrating to deal with.
This is incredibly unfair to all of us who are simply trying to get by and be good neighbors. As many of you know, we Chula on Broadway have always tried to help people who need a hand. Many of our unhoused neighbors have become friends over the years. Sometimes they help us clean up around the restaurant, and we’re happy to pay them and share a meal with them. We have never had issues with those individuals, and we don’t recognize this person. His behavior seems very different and concerning.
Also, Kevin didn’t ask us to do this, but we’d love to help him rebuild his garden. If anyone has extra plants they would be willing to donate, he was growing strawberries, tomatoes, jalapeños, and probably anything he can grow on his garden!🪴🥬♥️
Kevin lives at the Hilltop Building, but if it’s easier, you can drop plants off at Chula and we’ll make sure he gets them.🌱💚
Thank you for always looking out for one another. We truly have the best neighbors and community. ❤️
Chula On Broadway
