Letter to the Editor: Lakewood Boulevard in embarrassing shape

Dear Editor:

Downey is a great city with a lot to be proud of. The city has plenty to offer to its residents and visitors, such as the oldest McDonald’s in the U.S. off Florence Avenue and Lakewood Boulevard. 

But the roads to get to the landmark and other locations along Lakewood Boulevard are full of bumps and potholes. 

Because of poor road conditions, residents and visitors are disappointed by the lack of attention Lakewood Boulevard receives. 

“While driving under the 5 overpass, I felt so many bumps that I pulled over to check if I had a flat – luckily I did not,” said Memo Olarte, a visitor from Chino Hills. 

“It’s unsettling going under that overpass,” said Norma Olarte, of Downey. “I feel like my car is breaking down sometimes.” 

As indicated by the 2012 article “Budget Deficit Forces Tough Decisions” published by The Downey Patriot, there have been some improvements to the roads, Florence Avenue and Studebaker Road to be exact. Since the roadway improvements, those streets have been a non-bumpy ride while within the Downey city limits. 

Therefore, it is time that Lakewood Boulevard receive the same treatment so that the roads can be a more comfortable drive and to make Downey better than before.

William Burgess
Downey