Worcester Parking Patrols Must Expand Beyond City Center, Councillor Says

Alan Amos, a councillor, wants parking changes. He wants officers moved from the city center, so they should patrol neighborhoods more, he thinks. Illegal parking there is dangerous, inconveniencing people.

Parking problems are a top issue for him, and he says more enforcement is vital. Bromwich Road needs attention right away because the road is busy and cars parked there are a danger, Alan believes. School areas also need help. Pitmaston School, on Malvern Road, and Winchester Avenue both have issues; it’s chaotic during school hours.

He wants action on selfish and illegal parking, and he raised this at a city council meeting. He asked for a review of parking rules, suggesting resources should shift from the city center. Other city areas need more focus now.

Lynn Denham leads Worcester City Council. She responded to Alan’s questions, mentioning council resources serve the whole city. The parking team handles violations of traffic rules while police handle dangerous parking if no rules exist.

Council officers can deal with some parking issues, addressing cars parked on crossings and those blocking cycle lanes. The police respond to dangerous parking reports directly, including cases blocking emergency services.

The parking officers adapt to reported issues. They are mobile and work outside the center daily now, and they can move quickly to areas of need.