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Commission discusses paid parking zone funds, gateway cleanup funding gap and ADA transition plan
Summary
Staff briefed commissioners on the scope of the paid parking zone, a near‑term funding gap for ARPA‑funded cleanup south of the railroad viaduct, and the prospect of developing an ADA transition plan for downtown sidewalks; commissioners expressed support for continuing cleanup funding and prioritized accessibility work.
John (S9) briefed the commission on paid parking zone policy, an expiring ARPA contract that paid for cleanup south of the railroad viaduct, and a possible ADA transition plan for the pedestrian network.
John explained that by city ordinance the paid parking zone can be used to improve the parking environment broadly, but that most current revenue is obligated to bond payments for River Park Square and equipment upgrades. He said ARPA funds paid for a cleanup crew to service the area south of the viaduct but that those funds will run out next month. "That money is basically running out, next month," John said, and he asked the commission for feedback on priorities and potential alternative funding sources to continue the cleanup.
Commissioners and liaisons urged exploring options and emphasized placing improvements where revenue is collected; one commissioner suggested a public restroom and bike lockers under the viaduct, and a liaison noted a lack of trash receptacles in the area. Several commissioners also supported pursuing improvements to the ADA network downtown; John said planning staff might have capacity to pursue an ADA transition plan after the comprehensive plan is finalized this year.
Staff did not propose a specific funding motion at the meeting but agreed to pursue options and return with recommendations. The commission adjourned after the final item.
