[Garywt]

Originally Posted by thevillages2013

Look at pic 2 and you will see who is at fault although OP does throw parallel parking into the complaint. I think the solution is the OP should have a designated parking space roped off at each square for him when ever his highness wants to park there. Prob solved

Did not see picture 2 yesterday but I see it now. Not sure why it was that there.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Originally Posted by bragones

And if the car was there first, the motorcycle should not be there!

If the car was there first, it wouldn't have needed to park halfway between two spaces.

[Bill14564]

Originally Posted by kyralud

Because someone is a poor parallel parker they are rude, ignorant or narcissistic? Wow. Maybe some compassion or tolerance could be extended. Could It be they couldn’t turn their head enough to accurately see the curb, an elderly person who gave it their best shot or some other reason?
And to suggest that people print cards implying that Helen Keller parked that way is down right mean.
To jump to conclusions that people are intentionally out to infuriate you is what is wrong with our society.
Could we try and see another side and practice kindness? Let’s make American (and the Villages) great again with tolerance, compassion and understanding. We don’t know the circumstances of why people do what they do, so let’s not always jump to the conclusion it just to **** you off. Attitude is what colors our days. If we are always looking at the negative we miss the beauty.

Are you saying there is no way for the driver of that car to be aware that he/she parked in two spots? What "other side" is there to see?

This wasn't simply misjudging the length of the car and parking a few inches over the line; 1/3 of the car is in another parking spot.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

All of these posts, this thread and others, demonstrates why I never park in those spaces along the roads in the squares. I park in the parking lots behind the buildings. And when I'm too old to walk the extra 200 steps, I'll walk it anyway with one of those walkers with the tennis balls on the back legs.

[jimjamuser]

Originally Posted by BigHoss18

So, you’re ok with this style of parking, and you’re gonna give me crap for calling out idiot drivers? I’m not complaining buddy, I’m calling our rude behavior; HUGE difference.

Yes, I am OK with it. It is insignificant. Don't get so uptight. Get a life. There are MANY more significant things to complain about today. SLIGHT parking faux pas ARE something to be overlooked. I don't like the excessive landscaping on the roundabouts, but I would NOT get irritated at a post that does NOT agree with me. I don't like loud commercial lawnmowers, but at least, I understand that I am the outlier here. And I won't be able to change it. This parking business is just a PERSONAL pet peeve and the outlier here.

[Eg_cruz]

Originally Posted by BigHoss18

We need law enforcement to make examples of these people. Actually, why is there NO parking encirclement? Been here almost 4 years and I’ve never seen a cop write a parking ticket in the villages.

Parking is at a premium, especially when the snow birds are here. Nothing against them whatsoever; I’m glad to have the crowds and revenue injections! However, I see way too many idiots that cannot parallel park to save their lives.

Really ......if you been here that long then you understand the 1 1/2 length in a parking space. Yes it is a bit far from curb but not enough to get upset about.....
Reflex don’t take life so serious

[mtlee024]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

I don't know WHY they park like that, but if you want parking policed, it has to be on public land and you have to pay someone. One of the reasons this place is both beautiful and affordable is that the people who figured it out don't waste a lot of money. I love the developers. I have never met them but I hope to some day.

The roads in The Villages are not private property, they are county property. Don't believe me go to the CDD orientation, you will learn that there.

[Garywt]

Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby

All of these posts, this thread and others, demonstrates why I never park in those spaces along the roads in the squares. I park in the parking lots behind the buildings. And when I'm too old to walk the extra 200 steps, I'll walk it anyway with one of those walkers with the tennis balls on the back legs.

I have never parked my car along the street either because my car has never been to the squares. We always go by golf cart.

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[jimkerr]

Originally Posted by BigHoss18

We need law enforcement to make examples of these people. Actually, why is there NO parking encirclement? Been here almost 4 years and I’ve never seen a cop write a parking ticket in the villages.

Parking is at a premium, especially when the snow birds are here. Nothing against them whatsoever; I’m glad to have the crowds and revenue injections! However, I see way too many idiots that cannot parallel park to save their lives.

Who cares. Worry about something with significance. One thing I’ve noticed about TV is some people are miserable and just love to complain.

Enjoy the beauty and the lifestyle and don’t let little things that will have no affect on your life bother you.

[dewilson58]

Originally Posted by jimkerr

Who cares. Worry about something with significance. One thing I’ve noticed about TV is some people are miserable and just love to complain.

Enjoy the beauty and the lifestyle and don’t let little things that will have no affect on your life bother you.

[HoosierPa]

Enjoy your retirement

[Bruce3055]

Wow 6 pages of replies about a car parking in 2 spots. Is this a record?

[joelfmi]

Thank you for your transparence in living at the villages. This form is price less

[golfing eagles]

Originally Posted by Bruce3055

Wow 6 pages of replies about a car parking in 2 spots. Is this a record?

Probably not.