A trio of local organizations are weighing in on the City of Portage la Prairie's decision to postpone phase two of its parking strategy.

The Portage Community Revitalization Corporation, the Herman Prior Activity Centre, and the Portage Regional Library all share the Heritage Square east and west parking lots that are under scrutiny due to the proposed legislation.

PCRC executive director Victoria Espey says they had some concerns with the plan.

"I'm pleased that there was a lot of community feedback and that city council is taking the time to review what the community had to say. Even if things stay the same, that's okay too. But it's a positive thing that they're pressing pause to sift through that feedback, and get a good sense of how people feel about it."

The PCRC has 10 parking spots secured but houses 17 staff members.

The Herman Prior Activity Centre is a bustling hub of activities for seniors, as well as a place for meetings, weddings, and funerals.

Executive director Chris Dumont says this is a start.

"I've heard back from several members that have sent letters about their feelings on it. Everyone is happy, but I'm cautioning them, saying, 'It means that they're delaying it and they're going to be looking at different things.' We don't know what the new plan is going to be like. So, let's not get overly ecstatic about it until we know what the new plan is."

Dumont also has concerns about the app that is connected to the paid parking. She says some seniors have a technology learning curve, and an app is not accessible for them.

Portage Regional Library head librarian Richard Bee says he originally found out about the changes via Portage Online.

"I'm pleased that the city is able and willing to take in the concerns of all the individuals and organizations that are going to be impacted by this change. It does feel like some details weren't necessarily being messaged correctly to the impacted organizations. So, I'm happy that the city is going to reach out to the impacted organizations to figure out a more nuanced plan."

There were around 85 people who sent in feedback for the parking strategy when the city sent out a request earlier this month.