András Pikó on the negotiations with Karácsony: We started discussing the mayor's proposals, although we wish we hadn't!

The Budapest Association of Municipalities held an extraordinary meeting to discuss parking reforms, with criticism from district mayors. András Pikó emphasized the need for changes in the association's rules regarding negotiations with the government. He also highlighted the importance of local control over public cleanliness and oversight. The mayor criticized proposals from Gergely Karácsony, which he felt were rushed and detrimental to local revenues. Karácsony suggested a new parking system and shared revenue model, aiming for a more efficient management of parking operations. The meeting revealed tensions over the parking reform, with several mayors demanding a reconsideration of the changes.