In recent weeks, the Noche Buena and Nápoles neighborhoods of Mexico City have been affected by road closures due to events at the Plaza de Toros and the Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes. Residents of the area have expressed their displeasure, reporting that parking attendants are charging up to 200 pesos to allow neighbors to enter their own homes with their vehicles.
An anonymous neighbor from the Noche Buena neighborhood described the situation as chaotic during events at the nearby venues, mentioning the presence of people drinking alcohol and urinating in the streets, creating an unhealthy environment. Furthermore, they stated that the street closures have caused difficulties for residents trying to enter their homes, even showing identifications that prove their residence in the area.
The Benito Juárez mayor's office confirmed that security operations are being carried out in the vicinity of the venues in question. Some residents have a positive opinion about the street closures, arguing that it has reduced the number of vehicles and the dirt on the streets. However, complaints have arisen over restricted access for residents and excessive charges from parking attendants.
One neighbor reported on social media that a police officer did not allow her access to her home despite showing her identification, due to the street closures around the Plaza de Toros. Some residents have expressed their dissatisfaction with the lack of access to their homes, criticizing the difficulty in moving around the area. The presence of parking attendants has decreased in recent weeks, according to testimonies from residents of the Nápoles neighborhood.
Despite the security measures implemented during events at the Stadium and Plaza, complaints from residents about difficulties in reaching their homes and unjustified charges for parking in the area persist. Residents are calling on authorities to design strategies that allow for appropriate coexistence during large events in the area.
