A New Times opinion published June 21, “How to punish people for enjoying an event,” suggests that ticketing 15 to 20 cars for parking on Highway 101 was inappropriate because parking merely occurred in the lane for use of disabled vehicles, vehicle occupants were attending a car show in Pismo Beach, and nearby parking spaces were unavailable.
While the $154 parking fine probably should have been accompanied by towed vehicles, responsible action by Pismo Beach to address its renowned car show parking scarcity and accompanying highway congestion is imperative. Parking demand would be reduced by the city requiring and promoting shuttle service from designated parking areas.
This article appears in Jun 28 – Jul 5, 2012.