In a message dated 12/08/05 09:40:01 GMT Daylight Time, [log in to unmask]
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<< I was wandering about the procedures at other institutions as we are
implementing a new payment scheme in September for parking as we have a
very limited number of parking spaces compared to our staff and student
numbers. It has been proposed that ALL students (and staff) have to pay
for a parking permit, which then gives the right to be able to enter the
campus to look for a parking space. Currently it is expected that
disabled students will also have to pay for a parking permit. Should a
disabled student have to pay for a permit or should it be part of
reasonable adjustments and the payment waved? >>
Ah, parking. Something we can vent our spleens about ..... In answer to your
question, no I don't think disabled students should have to pay but I don't
think it is reasonable that they have to compete for a space. I think they
should be allocated free places in a location most convenient to them. Ideally
these should be larger than 'standard' spaces to allow for wheelchair access for
those that need it.
However, (and here's the rub) I do think they should be told that if they use
a 'standard' space then they will have to pay. It is unfair to other driverss
to have to refrain from using a reserved space that will stay empty all day
because the disabled student parked in a 'standard' parking bay.
On the general pont of all staff and students paying for the right to look
for a parking place. This too is unreasonable and if the institution knows that
many people will not find a space is tantamount to fraud. (harsh words, eh)
This approach is only sustainable if the fee is refunded if you can't find a
space in which to park. Imagine if you paid Marks & Spencer £30 to look for a
jumper in your size!!!
There are as many views on HEI parking as there are people trying to park. An
American academic dersribed a university as a collection of disparate
departments drawn together by a common need to parking.
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