Poll: Free parking in the CBD will cost you
Hi Neighbours,
Though it's touted as free parking, a proposal for central Hamilton will still see residents pay - just not at the meter.
Councillor Geoff Taylor, who campaigned on the issue, said a targeted rate of $150 to $200 a year for central city properties and $26 a year for general ratepayers would cover the $1.4m shortfall.
What's your take on the proposal?
Read more here: www.stuff.co.nz...
NOTE: If you don't want your comments used in any coverage of the issue in the Times and on Stuff then please put NFP in your comment.
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28.8% Leave paid CBD parking as it is
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12.8% I'm happy to pay $26 for "free" parking
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22.1% Businesses should pick up the tab
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36.3% Go back to the drawing board
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