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Council to consider restricting overnight parking near Car and Share to address camping and safety concerns
Summary
Council accepted staff recommendation to bring an ordinance restricting overnight parking (proposed 6 p.m.–8 a.m.) on a roughly 500‑foot stretch of 900 North back for action next week after staff said Car and Share and law enforcement support the change as a tool to reduce congregations of vehicles, tents and trailers.
City staff and police described ongoing overnight parking, camping and stalled trailers near a local service provider and requested authority to prohibit overnight parking on a defined section of 900 North to reduce safety problems and concentrated congregations.
Chief Jimmy Rhoden and staff explained the area has seen vehicles left for extended periods and incidents that can accompany congregations of people with complex needs. Randall told council staff had consulted with Car and Share leadership and that the organization supported tighter parking rules; Car and Share also has parking lots that could be used by clients during service hours.
Council asked whether the restriction would simply move the problem elsewhere; staff said signage, education and targeted enforcement (warnings/citations before escalation) would be the initial approach and that some individuals who rely on drop‑in services would still be served during daytime hours. Proposed hours at the meeting were 6 p.m. to 8 a.m.; staff agreed to confirm Car and Share meal/service hours and return with final recommended hours and signage language.
Council moved the item to action for the next meeting so staff can confirm times and enforcement approach.
Next step: staff to consult with Car and Share about appropriate hours and signage and return with a draft ordinance to the council for action.
