” … EDDC chief executive Mark Williams replied that Mill Street car park would not be developed ‘for the foreseeable future’ – before clarifying that he meant ‘the next two or three years’.
Opening Mill Street for a local cause was the brainchild of Sidmouth councillors Cathy Gardner, John Dyson and Matt Booth.
Councillor Iain Chubb, portfolio holder for the environment, said: “Having a car park with unoccupied spaces is of benefit to no-one, so it makes sense to take the opportunity to test public demand for reserved off-street car parking and at the same time use this exercise to help a terrific cause.”
He said the move will ensure the spaces are not wasted while EDDC prepares to implement a pay and display system next year.
Rotary club treasurer Bill Titley welcomed the donations.
He said it will be spent on the volunteers’ various projects supporting elderly and youth groups locally.
The council’s business support team will collect donations and issue permits lasting one, two or three weeks.
Anyone interested in applying for one should call 01395 571780 or email carparks@eastdevon.gov.uk”
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