The Magnolia Historic District, located in Midtown Stockton, encompasses the richest variety of architectural styles found in the City. Primarily composed of single and multifamily homes, most of the neighborhood was designated, the Magnolia Historic District, by the State of California. The tree-lined streets display samples of virtually all the architectural styles of California's most formative period, including Queen Anne, Eastlake, Craftsman, Moderne, Spanish Revival, and Dutch Colonial. Homes dating as early as 1860 still call this neighborhood home. Many families have moved into the area for love of history and has invested in the restoration of these homes in the area. Unfortunately criminals have begun to take over this area and destroy the history of Stockton. The City of Stockton appears to not be concerned with preserving the history and therefore is not focusing on the improvement of the district. These criminals will begin to drive out the investment in the area and shortly thereafter it will fall to criminals. Stockton history will be lost forever. It's time to take the Magnolia Historic District back from the criminals and get the city to pursue preservation funding available from the State and Federal government to make it secure and redevelop it. If you support this effort, let our city leaders know by signing this petition and going to city council meetins to show are strength.