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Joliet council adopts two-hour free downtown parking ordinance; enforcement questions raised
Summary
The City of Joliet adopted an ordinance (council memo 364-25) establishing two-hour free on-street parking weekdays 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. in downtown Zones A, B and C. Business owners and the chamber supported the change; residents and a speaker with disabilities raised concerns about enforcement and accessible parking.
The Joliet City Council on June 17 adopted an ordinance amending Chapter 19, Article 2 of the City of Joliet Code of Ordinances to establish two-hour free on-street parking weekdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. in downtown Zones A, B and C (council memo 364-25).
Supporters including the Chamber of Commerce and downtown business owners argued the change will improve accessibility and increase foot traffic. A letter from Jen Howard, president of the Regent Chamber of Commerce and Industry, read at the meeting said free parking represents “a strategic investment” that can boost downtown sales and make the area more welcoming.
Several public speakers praised the proposal; Monica Sysimoff, owner of CNC…
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