No parking area no business policy

"THIS ESTABLISHMENT IS CLOSED", the bold sign taped over the iron grill fence of the main entrance of Goodah.gud grill and restaurant along Salinas drive in Lahug. Just adjacent to it, construction workers are busy putting the final touches of the renovated AA's, with a noticeable parking area fronting the restaurant. A year ago, the mayor of the city sent a message requiring business establishments with parking area or a joint facility for its customers as pre-requisite to issuance of business permit. More, the mayor threatened to revoked or cancel renewal of business permits for those existing establishments that will not comply. The reason is plain and simple. Without a parking area, customers will be forced to park along public roads leading to traffic congestion and other problems. Aside from being uncomfortable, free parking is a value added service that every establishment should provide (Ayala Mall just increased its parking fee from P20 to P25, argh! They should have increased the capacity of their free parking area instead. This is something somebody with authority and responsibility should look into).

If enforced and implemented consistently, its the general public that will benefit from this policy. I can't wait to go to AA's and Gooduh.gud, should be open in a week or two.