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Decorah approves limited semi‑trailer parking on Military Boulevard with permit requirement
Summary
The council approved a resolution allowing semi‑trailer and semi‑tractor parking on Military Boulevard between Park Street and the Trout Run Trail crossing, with a permit to be issued by the city manager or designee (e.g., nearby hotels).
The Decorah City Council on Dec. 15 approved a resolution authorizing semi‑trailer and semi‑tractor parking on Military Boulevard between Park Street and the Trout Run Trail crossing.
Staff explained that Ordinance 13.50 creates a blanket prohibition on such parking across the city unless council authorizes specific locations by resolution. The approved resolution allows parking on the identified segment of Military Boulevard and, as drafted, requires a permit to be obtained from the city manager or the manager's designee. Council Member Lisonbee moved to approve with the permit requirement; a colleague seconded the motion. Council discussion focused on administrative control of permits and avoiding unchecked overnight parking by non‑guests; one member suggested issuing permits through the Country Inn & Suites front desk for hotel guests.
Council approved the resolution by roll call and the chair declared the motion carried. Staff will place signage indicating permitted parking and develop an administrative permit process.
