Napier Mayor defends parking fee hikes, citing improved parking, despite criticism over costs.

Napier Mayor Kirsten Wise defends the recent increase in parking fees, saying it has made parking easier for shoppers and socializers. However, workers and some retailers criticize the higher costs, with weekly rates rising up to $18. The council asserts the fee hikes are not related to reducing the 2024/2025 rate increase and are used for parking improvements. To ease tensions, free parking will be available on November 28 and December 7.

November 17, 2024
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