The Port of Hood River Commission approved beginning the paid parking on Port-owned areas of the Hood River waterfront this coming Monday.  A fee schedule was approved during the Port board’s Tuesday meeting.  Port Executive Director Michael McElwee says much of the necessary equipment is in place.  McElwee adds citations won’t be issued during the first week so people can get used to the new parking configuration.  He said courtesy notices informing users that paid parking is in effect will be distributed.