Council weighs phased managed‑parking plan, dynamic pricing and permit structure for downtown
Staff and a consultant recommended a phased managed parking program using the Passport platform, zone‑based enforcement, kiosks and dynamic pricing ($1.50–$2.00/hr on‑street), with staff proposing affordable employee permits and a 15‑minute free pickup window; council raised questions about revenue models and a $4 million annual parking‑garage debt obligation.
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City staff and a consultant presented a phased managed‑parking program for downtown designed to improve turnover, reduce circling and fund maintenance of parking assets. Consultant Robert Fairman said a 2021 study found system‑level peak occupancy near 50% but localized hotspots on 25th Street exceeding 85%, which harms business access and motivated the push for management.
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