The Parking Zombie

Thinking on the wise decision of Marco Council to no longer pursue parking in residential areas, and letters published elsewhere from Messrs. Colombo, Conroy and Wuellner (link below) gives cause for additional thought. 

I believe the parking zone proposal is over for this electoral cycle, but with the creation of another Committee in Marco government, then we shouldn’t be surprised to see the idea rise from the dead, ‘referred to Council’ once again just over a year from now. Why do people run for office? One Councilor has lamented the lack of associated compensation, so it isn’t for the money. Motives might include personal ambition to higher office, safeguarding the interests of particular sponsors, or promoting community changes associated with personal vested interests. Even previously term-limited Councilors can re-emerge on City committees where they maintain an influence. Given a sufficient curiosity then gazing into the required financial disclosure statements can be illuminating. 

Electoral season is upon us. No doubt we shall see candidates for re-election and we will see new officials elected. Given the strong push from certain elements to turn Marco Island into a version of the Italian Riviera then it behooves anyone who thinks this a poor idea to consider carefully any candidate’s motives prior to voting.