Editor:
Re: A lack of sensitivity, Jan. 8 letters.
There is a long-standing sentiment about not even having hospital pay parking adding to stress for compounded reasons.
The computer technology in use these days certainly can allow for a stall number “grace period” of at least 15 minutes.
Rather, it appears parking-meter monitors may perhaps ring to the ticketing officer – timely opportunity to bring in big bucks, eh?
It’s sad; and yes, staff members need to not park there all day, by retail or service stalls like hospitals.
Commercial turnover of parking makes sense, yet a reasonable grace period needs to be accommodated.
Cancer patients would be wise to tap into the Cancer Society volunteer free-driver program for treatment, tests and more and reduce stress and costs.
Pat Petrala, White Rock
