Stratford Residents Voice Ideas to Enhance Town for All: Parking Key

People suggested ways to boost Stratford’s shops. Many think parking is the issue. RingGo app problems deter shoppers. Some locals don’t like or can’t use it. People prefer paying with cards or cash.

They want short-term street parking options. This helps them visit shops quickly. Making parking easier is essential. Jane Hudson-Evans couldn’t use RingGo.

She drove away without shopping. She wants card payments at meters. This would bring locals back to town. Jackie Knight wants free street parking, perhaps two hours.

Russell Sims wants a loyalty card for locals. This would offer discounts at shops and restaurants. He also wants a parking review. Faulty meters and strict wardens bother people.

He suggests a “shop local” discount day. Lesley Bowen misses the old £10 parking pass. Apps don’t work for her now. She prefers Alcester with free parking. Other people find Stratford’s parking hard and pricey.

Cash isn’t accepted at street meters anymore. Annette O’Hara suggests free resident parking Saturdays. This would encourage locals to shop. Good advertising for the free days is needed as well.