The installation of parking meters in the center of Funchal was a highly controversial issue in 1999, sparking protest 27 years ago. This topic has now returned to the agenda at a time when mobility in the city is under debate.
The Funchal municipality was led by Miguel Albuquerque, who held the position of president of the Funchal City Council (CMF) at that time.
At a council meeting held during that period, the president explained that the trend would be to end free parking, considering that it was not in the interest of citizens.
This decision was part of a strategy for managing urban space and mobility in the city, which continued to generate discussion among the people of Funchal.
