Businesses, residents fear paid parking will hurt downtown Roswell's appeal

Businesses, residents fear paid parking will hurt downtown Roswell's appeal

Downtown districts north of Atlanta compete for visitors looking for a place to dine, shop or spend an evening out, a longtime restaurant owner said, adding that paid parking could put his city at a disadvantage. In Roswell, some business owners worry paid parking will discourage visitors who might instead choose nearby districts such as Alpharetta or Woodstock, where parking is free. During a regular meeting on March 9, Roswell City Council app…