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Council pauses proposed Balboa Park perimeter parking meters after residents raise equity concerns
Summary
Public commenters and council members warned proposed perimeter parking meters would hurt low‑income seniors and nearby neighborhoods; council agreed to return item 53 to staff for more community outreach and mitigation options.
The City Council on Tuesday removed proposed perimeter parking meters around Balboa Park from today’s consent action and directed staff to return with additional options to address concerns raised by seniors, residents and neighborhood groups.
Public commenters said the perimeter meters — part of a broader parking reform discussion — would price out older and low‑income users who rely on nearby free street parking for recreation and community programs. "It provides mental…
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