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Venice Council President Faces Backlash Over Noise Complaints

4/7/2026

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David Feige, president of the Venice Neighborhood Council, faces backlash over alleged harassment of local bars about noise.
Posters label him "The Venice Karen" and accuse him of calling police 30 times in one day about Hinano Cafe.
Feige says Hinano Cafe violates community standards, and he has filed multiple complaints against Hinano and nearby businesses for noise violations and after-hours operation.

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David Feige, president of the Venice Neighborhood Council, faces backlash over alleged harassment of local bars about noise.
Posters label him "The Venice Karen" and accuse him of calling police 30 times in one day about Hinano Cafe.
Feige says Hinano Cafe violates community standards, and he has filed multiple complaints against Hinano and nearby businesses for noise violations and after-hours operation.