Napier市长为停车费涨价辩护, Napier Mayor defends parking fee hikes, citing improved parking, despite criticism over costs.

Napier Mayor Kirsten Wise为最近停车费上涨辩护, Napier Mayor Kirsten Wise defends the recent increase in parking fees, saying it has made parking easier for shoppers and socializers. 然而,工人和一些零售商批评费用上涨,每周的费率高达18美元。 However, workers and some retailers criticize the higher costs, with weekly rates rising up to $18. 理事会声称,涨价与减少2024/2025年的涨价无关,用于改善泊车状况。 The council asserts the fee hikes are not related to reducing the 2024/2025 rate increase and are used for parking improvements. 为缓和紧张局势,11月28日和12月7日将提供免费停车位。 To ease tensions, free parking will be available on November 28 and December 7.