THE residents of Filey Terrace have for years parked alongside the railway fencing, thereby leaving a clear passage for any vehicle wishing to progress the length of the terrace.

There is therefore no legitimate reason for the council to waste money on yellow paint. The money would be better spent repairing the many holes in the road.

During an interview between a group of residents and a council representative, we were told "an old lady, who did not drive, had requested residents parking for the terrace".

May I remind the council that about three or more years ago, the residents overwhelmingly rejected the thought of paying for such a scheme.

It beggars belief that anyone could imagine that now, after the fees have doubled, and no guarantee of a parking space, these same responsible adults would now change their minds.

E Gledhill,

Filey Terrace, York.

Updated: 10:11 Wednesday, May 26, 2004