By William C. Singleton III
Journal contributor
The Homewood City Council delayed a decision on how to solve parking issues on South Forest Drive.
Residents had complained to city officials about patrons and employees of GianMarco’s restaurant parking along neighborhood streets.
Residents said the additional traffic makes it difficult for neighbors to navigate their own streets.
City officials said they had hoped to reach a solution to satisfy both neighbors and the restaurant.
Councilman Walter Jones proposed creating additional parking in the pocket park behind the restaurant. However, residents said the increased traffic near the park would pose a danger to children who play there.
Mayor Scott McBrayer said the Short Saulter Road project will include 16 new parking spaces that may impact parking at GianMarco’s.
The council agreed to table any decision on the South Forest Drive issue until the Short Saulter Road project was completed. That project is expected to be finished by the first of the year.
