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Gallery 25 artist urges city outreach as downtown parking proposals worry small businesses
Summary
An artist from Gallery 25 told the council that proposed downtown parking regulations could threaten the gallery’s operation; city officials said staff are conducting outreach and offered one‑on‑one follow-up meetings.
An artist representing Gallery 25 told the council on July 1 that proposed downtown parking regulations have raised concerns among gallery members and adjoining businesses, and that some small operators say they have not received the surveys the city said it circulated.
"Everybody there knows more than I do," said Mick Humphreys, identifying himself as an artist and LLC member of Gallery 25, who asked the council to include neighboring businesses in any decisions about 25th Street parking. Humphreys said some members fear proposed regulations could effectively put the gallery "out of commission." He asked the city to ensure business owners have a chance to provide input.
City staff and the mayor responded that the city is conducting outreach and that the deputy director of community and economic development, David Sawyer, has been closely tied to engagement on the parking issue. The mayor and staff invited Humphreys to remain after the meeting for a one-on-one discussion; staff said they continue outreach to businesses and will meet individually as needed.
City officials emphasized they were still collecting feedback and that there was not yet a consensus on a final plan. No formal action was taken; staff committed to follow-up engagement with Gallery 25 and other affected businesses.
