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Commissioners split on keeping Metro parking open during downtown event; staff safety and emergency access raised
Summary
Commissioners debated whether to keep the Metro parking garage open and staffed during a large downtown event expected to draw hundreds of thousands of people. Supporters said leaving garages open could generate revenue and serve the public; opponents raised concerns about staffing, gating, and safe egress if road closures limit access.
Oklahoma County commissioners debated whether to keep Metro parking open and staffed during a large downtown event expected to draw mass crowds, weighing potential revenue against public‑safety and staffing risks.
The issue arose during an Infrastructure Advisory discussion about downtown operations for the next day’s event. One commissioner urged keeping the parking garage open and staffed to help drivers navigate the system and to generate revenue; another warned that unpaid or unfamiliar users could create delays or damage if staff are…
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