HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/7/2023 Item 6a, Bowen
From:Jennifer Bowen <
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Subject:parking fees outrageous
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Dear SLO City Council,
I cannot attend the upcoming board meeting, however I’m writing to express my concern and dissatisfaction for
the incredibly sudden and huge raise in parking fees downtown. Recently, for example, I parked in the
structure on Palm street. I was in the lot for less than 3 hours, but slightly over 2. I was charged $12 for
parking. In the past, and only a few weeks prior, I believe I would have paid $6. The increase was sudden,
and the doubling of the fees, is an unfair cost especially for those of us who live locally and shop and eat and
entertain downtown frequently.
This situation has already prompted me to not dine or go downtown as often. In the long run, this will impact
others and create a downtown where locals tend to avoid, whereby affecting small businesses.
Please take into consideration a better fee structure.
Thank you,
Jennifer
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