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Fourteenth Street lot pilot to sell 35 placements at $75/month; staff to hire ambassador for business outreach
Summary
Staff announced imminent sales for 35 permit placements in the Fourteenth Street lot at $75 per month per placement, outreach via the Hill Merchants Association, and hiring of an ambassador to visit businesses; commissioners discussed options for hotel self‑park and permit allocations.
Sam Bromberg (staff) briefed the commission that the Fourteenth Street lot pilot is imminent and that staff have been preparing outreach materials and a contact list through the Hill Merchants Association. The lot will offer 35 permit placements sold on a first‑come, first‑serve basis, priced at $75 per month per placement, Sam said. Staff sent an initial email to businesses and planned a second email and door‑to‑door visits by an ambassador to ensure business owners understand the program and signage.
Staff said sales will open on Monday (first‑come, first‑served) and that demand is unknown until sales begin. Commissioners discussed whether the Moxie Hotel could purchase spaces to allow self‑park options instead of valet; staff said they would look into the possibility and noted that businesses may be eligible to buy up to two permits each under the program as discussed during the meeting.
Why it matters: the pilot converts underused lot capacity into permitted placements with a modest monthly fee, which may provide parking options for employees and businesses and generate district revenue. Staff emphasized outreach and business engagement prior to and during sales.
What's next: staff will continue outreach via the Hill Merchants Association, finalize ambassador visits, install signage in the lot, and open sales for the 35 permit placements.
