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Commission discusses paid parking at Coos Bay parks as potential revenue and enforcement tool
Summary
City staff proposed exploring paid parking at parks and high‑use sites to raise revenue for maintenance and improve enforcement; commissioners discussed pilot options, equity concerns and potential restrictions at state‑regulated boat ramps.
City of Coos Bay staff introduced paid parking for parks as a possible alternative revenue source to support maintenance, staffing and capital repairs, and the Parks Commission discussed potential implementation and community impacts. Greg Hablett, speaking for staff, said other Oregon cities charge for parking at open spaces and that revenues could be earmarked directly for parks. "The revenues…
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