But Mr. Meshil said there was insufficient parking for lunchtime diners who weren't commuting.
Residents and civic groups have opposed the expansion, citing insufficient parking and overdevelopment in the area.
"Not only have prices gone up at stations, but there is also often insufficient parking," the Peugeot spokesman said.
He has appointed a business development committee to look at the problems small businesses face, like high rent and insufficient parking.
There was insufficient parking in the area, which gave locals the idea of selling "parking space" by using their driveways and front yards.
It has had to close off about 60,000 square feet of space because of insufficient parking.
And it says that there is insufficient parking for disabled people.
It faulted the railroad for late trains, a failure to provide adequate seating and insufficient parking at outlying stations.
There was also concern from residents of the Fairmount neighborhood, where the arena is located, about insufficient parking and trash disposal during events.
The town did not renew the club's license, citing insufficient parking.