The Brief
- St. Pete City Council members rejected a proposal to expand resident-only parking zones into several neighborhoods outside of downtown.
- Workers, delivery drivers and residents face a daily challenge finding street parking near popular local businesses and restaurants.
- Local business owners spoke out against the proposal, saying restrictions could make it harder to attract customers.
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Parking continues to be a problem in St. Petersburg, especially in neighborhoods with popular restaurants and businesses.
Rejecting parking restrictions
What we know:
City leaders voted down a proposal that would have allowed specific neighborhoods outside of downtown to establish resident-only parking zones.
The decision came after St. Pete City Council members listened to public comments last week from both frustrated neighbors and worried business owners last Thursday.
Ultimately, local officials decided against expanding the restricted zones.
Parking struggles
What they’re saying:…