Andover, MN Claps Back Over Allegations that Popular Food Truck was “Not Welcome”

UPDATE: 

Earlier this week we heard about a popular food truck that was in Andover, and felt that they were "not welcome" and relocated to Nowthen.  But now, the city of Andover is stating that it is simply not true that they were unwelcome.  They simply did not have the correct and needed documentation to operate where they were in Andover.

Bring Me the News had the statement from the City of Andover -

The Mayor of Andover has responded to a food stand's claims it was "not welcome" in the city, with records released by the city showing it had no active permit to operate when it was asked to cease operations last week.

The Mayor goes on to say that it is untrue that there was any sort of harrassment by any city employees. He also adds that they didn't receive any sort of permit application since last year in July.  Adding that if they applied for one now, it would be approved.

So, now we wait.

ORIGINAL STORY:

Scrolling through social media, i saw this post and it made me very sad.  Especially when I think in this area, Central Minnesota, loves their Mexican food.  Most people, when I ask what their favorite food is, will say Mexican.  Even authentic Mexican  So, when I saw this post, it did really make me sad.

What in the world??  And I certainly know where Andover is, but not exactly sure where NowThen is.  I know it's a small town near there, but I have never been there. Now, I think a lot of people will be seeking it out.

If you look at the comments on this post, you will see that it seems that the residents of Andover loved the food from this food truck, and wanted them to stay, but perhaps it was more of the City Council, and/or the people who approve the permits.

Although, it also looks like NowThen is definitely happy to be getting La Troquita Del Sur food truck in their town.  Lots of excited people planning to go there for lunch.  It's just a shame that the people who loved the food truck in Andover (and that seems like most of the town) are going to be missing out.  That is, unless they want to drive to take advantage of what everyone says is delicious.  I feel like I need to take a short little road trip too.

On the plus side, what the City of Andover has succeeded in doing, was to bring a lot of attention to the La Troquita Del Sur food truck which translates into more business for them. Good for them!