The Plymouth Common Council approved Ordinance No. 17 on Nov. 11 to amend several sections of the zoning code to allow city-owned public parking lots in districts where they had previously been prohibited.

Jack Johnston, introduced in the record as assistant state administrator, told the council the ordinance responds to a prior presentation by the SkiHill group and permits public parking lots so long as the lots are owned by the City of Plymouth; the amendment also updates the CB downtown district in preparation for a planned West Stafford Street parking-lot project and a future certified survey map the city expects to bring forward in 2026.

Johnston said the change covers two distinct parcels discussed previously: one with conservancy zoning and one with agricultural zoning. City attorney review and edits were incorporated and staff recommended approval.

Alderperson Anting moved to approve Ordinance No. 17 as presented; the motion was seconded and approved by roll call. The chair announced the motion carried.