‘Be mindful’ of spaces

Dear Editor:

I’m posting this as a reminder to our community about the importance of respecting accessible parking spaces – specifically the accessible spot downtown in Fergus by the crosswalk.

Twice within five days I arrived needing to use that space and found it partially blocked by vehicles without accessible permits displayed. The first was a large RV parked ahead of the space with the trailer extending into both the crosswalk and a large portion of the accessible spot. 

Then it was a Dodge Ram parked with the front extending halfway through the accessible space, taking up two spots, again with no visible permit.

Most people already know that accessible parking spaces are reserved for those with permits. Those permits are not handed out casually – people who have them rely on those spaces for safety, mobility and access.

If you genuinely need accessible parking, apply for a permit. Otherwise, leave these spaces fully available for the people they were designed for.

Please be mindful. A few extra feet for one person can make a huge difference for someone else.

Robin Vanheeswyk,
Belwood