Gulf Shores looking to make a change to beach parking. Here’s what to expect

Gulf Shores Mayor Robert Craft is aware of the malfunctions to the existing parking kiosks at the city’s beaches, and the maintenance expenses that are proving costly to the taxpayers.

But there is also the general frustration of driving to the beach, getting out of your car and trying to figure out how to use the parking machine while the family is eager to stake out a prime beach spot.