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"Paris Mayor's Controversial Plan for Green Overhaul Sparks Resistance"

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo faces resistance from residents and the police force over her plan to create a car-free zone around the Eiffel Tower, aiming to turn the area into a green pathway. The proposal, part of Hidalgo's efforts to reduce car usage in Paris, has divided opinions, with supporters praising the move for reducing pollution and increasing green spaces, while critics, including the Paris police chief and right-wing politicians, express concerns about traffic disruptions and impact on emergency services. Hidalgo hopes to implement the project after the 2024 Summer Olympics, but faces pushback from various quarters.

via FRANCE 24 English|

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Paris Triples Parking Fees for SUVs

Parisians have voted to triple parking fees for large sport utility vehicles and other heavy cars in an effort led by Mayor Anne Hidalgo to promote environmentally conscious and pedestrian-friendly policies. The new fees, expected to be approved in May and take effect in September, will apply to cars weighing more than 1.6 metric tons and will mostly affect outside visitors. While some residents have criticized the move, citing potential exclusion of large families and newer, cleaner S.U.V.s, the city authorities argue that such vehicles emit more greenhouse gases and pose greater danger to pedestrians.

via The New York Times|

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