Parking problem in Pasar Pagi

Parking problem in Pasar Pagi

Parking procedures in the Pasar Pagi downtown area, and its
surrounds, have always caused problems. Problems usually arise
when certain personnel from the Parking Management Agency stop
drivers who use fake tickets at the exit gate, in spite of the
fact the tickets are bought from the parking attendants at the
entry gate. Sometimes the attendants even sell used tickets.

Residents of that area, who used to be given free parking
stickers, now have to buy them at Rp 75,000 to Rp 100,000 each,
and are valid for six months.

For the sake of the people's interest, the controversial
parking areas should be demolished as soon as possible. There are
several considerations that justify the demolition of the parking
lots.

* Pasar Pagi no longer functions as the main business center,
because about 80 percent of business activities have moved to
Mangga Dua. It is now a crowded residential area. So it is not
fair if the Parking Management Agency collect parking fees from
the community.

* Brawls between parking personnel and drivers take place
almost every day.

* Those who have bought entry tickets are still forced to pay
certain fees to the parking management personnel.

* There are some irregularities practiced in the parking area
which cause inconvenience to the society.

Residents of the Pasar Pagi and Glodok areas would be very
grateful if the West Jakarta Mayor realizes the demolition plan
of the parking areas as soon as possible.

TJANDRA TEDJA

Jakarta