Speakout: What do you think of the parking in downtown Mercer Island?

“It’s going to get worse and worse. The parking is getting busier and busier. The city needs to add some parking structures. We want free parking!” Andrew Ginn Mercer Island philosopher/car washer “Parking is a huge issue. On a daily basis, it takes 20 minutes to find a parking space for lunch. That adds time on the day.” Jack Breeden Issaquah sales “The parking on the Island is horrible. It’s rare when I’ve had to park in an area that’s not where I’m doing business, but I’ve had to wait for parking in the appropriate places.” Alison Lewis Mercer Island physician “The parking is kind of tight, but I try to stay on foot.” Sarah Shannon, with sons Jamie, 7, and Ryland, 5 Mom “I’m afraid for the future. If this (parking at Tabit Village Square) is an example of what the city thinks is adequate parking — we’re in trouble.” Roy Schuler Mercer Island salesperson “I think the parking is horrible and it’s going to get worse. All these added apartments and construction are going to have a horrible impact on Mercer Island.” Robert Faine Mercer Island dentist