“You reserve, we remove!” Pattaya enforcers reclaim footpaths from bars, vendors, and illegal parking. PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya officials are intensifying efforts to reclaim public space from private encroachment, targeting pickup bars, tour agents, taxi stands, and food vendors who’ve spilled their signs, chairs, and merchandise onto public footpaths and streets. This ongoing campaign, led by municipal officers—such as the Jomtien enforcement team—is aimed at restoring order and accessibility across the city’s busy tourist areas. A recurring slogan shared by city workers captures the essence of the campaign: “You reserve, we remove. Respect your rights, but don’t violate others’.” That message was reinforced recently when officers in Jomtien were seen collecting cones, chairs, and signs used to illegally reserve public parking spots in front of bars and food shops. “We’ve done it, we’re doing it, and we’ll keep doing it,” the team stated, underscoring a zero-tolerance policy toward illegal land grabs on public space. Online, the public has responded with a mix of praise and practical suggestions. One commenter encouraged authorities to “check out Soi Noen from Sukhumvit to the railway bridge—vendors are already spilling past the light poles.” Another applauded the move, saying: “Well done. I see this selfish behavior far too often. It’s time to give public space back to the people.” Public space is public again: Jomtien officials crack down on sidewalk clutter and selfish encroachment. In Jomtien, some local shop owners voiced frustration, not at the clean-up effort—but at unchecked offenders. One food vendor said: “Please deal with the push-cart vendors across from our shop on the beachfront. They park all over and now we can’t sell our products. It’s getting out of hand.” Requests for enforcement poured in from all corners of Pattaya and surrounding districts: “Don’t forget Pattaya Post Office alley—no room to walk anymore.” “What about the market roads in Naklua? When will the same standards apply there?” “Come to Soi Lengkee—signs from bars and restaurants are spilling right into the street.” “Look at behind The Avenue mall. Delivery trucks are blocking half the road every day.” Locals cheer as Pattaya targets illegal signs, chairs, and carts—“Make it citywide!” they urge. Locals are also asking about jurisdiction. One resident wrote: “Has Thepprasit Housing Estate road officially come under Pattaya’s responsibility yet?” Others expressed hope for consistency: “It’s great, but please apply the same rules everywhere—not just in central Pattaya.” Some even joked about the regional contrast: “Pattaya enforces. Si Racha doesn’t. Why the double standard?” Ultimately, the campaign is being welcomed as a way to improve Pattaya’s image for both tourists and residents. One commenter put it simply: “Beautiful work. This is how we create a positive image for Pattaya tourism.” From beach bars to back alleys: Pattaya vows continuous action to restore order on city walkways.