Talking to a local councillor the logic of charging for the First Hour and giving the next two hours free .."As the new layout of the Transport hub will mean 7 bus routs traverse the Liffey Valley Complex there is plenty of connectability .This means people shopping for single or Small items can avail of plenty of public transport and off set the fare by saving on parking fees .By allowing the next two hours free it means that those doing multi shop shopping can have time to complete their shopping or dining or movie experience .
It is Hoped that by imposing the charge for casual shopping they will reduce traffic congestion in the Area especially at Prime Shopping times as Traffic tailbacks are causing a Public Health and Safety issue to local residents .It is the Councils intention to have parking charges imposed in ALL multi parking areas above a certain size .
Now the Pay off we invisage that as Parking spaces are reduced the area will be regenerated into Eco areas or more Shopping areas will be constructed creating job opportunities .The monies collected for parking should offset any future rent increases or reduce existing rents .(What about upward only rent increases I asked )
If they introduce pay to park in all shopping centers what about the Omni or the Mill in Clondalkin .Will taxis have to pay an annual fee to use the ranks .This seems to be a Council idea not the Management of Liffey Valley .Will it be like the airport proposal will taxis have to pay to drop off .VOTE GREEN SAVE THE WORLD .
