'We're ready to fight': Group of Eagles tailgaters expresses concern about new guidelines
6abc Philadelphia • • sports
Key Points:
- A group of Eagles tailgaters is opposing new tailgating guidelines that restrict oversized vehicles to designated parking areas at Lincoln Financial Field, effective October 4.
- The policy prohibits standard cars and trucks from parking in oversized vehicle zones, which tailgaters argue disrupts their community and family arrangements.
- The Sports Complex Parking Venture states the changes aim to improve traffic flow and parking availability, following community and city stakeholder input.
- The new rules include higher fees for oversized vehicles, charging $200 for four parking spaces with an option to buy two additional spaces for $100, sparking concerns about fairness.
- In response, tailgaters are forming the Philadelphia Association for Tailgating to advocate for their interests and have contacted city officials seeking dialogue.
