Residents say they are doing their part.

Still, it's not enough to quell the effects of the wild partying along Emancipation Avenue in Third Ward that spills into the surrounding residential community and wreaks havoc on their quality of life.

When the noise is unbearable, they call the police. When the trash spills onto their lawns, they pick it up. When they witness lewd public behavior or happen to catch it on a home-security camera, they report that, too.

Some residents have obtained Residential Permit Parking areas from the city in an attempt to keep their driveways and streets free and clear.

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So far, their efforts have ended in frustration.

HOUSTON'S PARTYING PROBLEM: Residents of Third Ward fight nightlife noise, trash and chaos. What can be done?

"This is a problem that has been growing and escalating over the years, and we have frequently gotten the response that there's not enough manpower to deal with the issues," said Sharon Evans-Brooks, vice president of Riverside Civic Association. "While there have been conversations around noise, trash and vehicular congestion, we haven't seen any real solutions yet. We are frustrated and disappointed by the leadership of the city to address the problem."

It appears that Mayor John Whitmire is starting to pay attention. He has been on the scene with Houston police officers during raids at after-hours bars, and the Houston Police Department is developing a squad called the Crime Protection Team Club Unit to........

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