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Rumford Select Board tables winter parking ban pending legal guidance after hotel representative raises concerns
Summary
Discussion over a proposed winter parking ban — including potential permit rules and enforcement equity — was postponed so the board can consult town attorney Kreckel; a Hotel Rumford representative flagged potential revenue impacts for guests.
The Town of Rumford Board of Select Persons on Dec. 4 tabled further action on a proposed winter parking ban after a local hotel representative raised questions about guest access and potential revenue impacts.
David Guay discussed how a winter parking ban could affect Hotel Rumford’s revenue and sought guidance on when guests would need to observe any ban. Select Board member DiConzo said he supported the idea of issuing parking permits but asked who would be eligible and when they would apply. Police Chief Milligan said enforcement should be equitable if a ban is implemented. Town Manager George O'Keefe noted that the town’s ordinances contain language allowing the board to set aside individual streets by motion and cited prior practice on Urquhart Street.
Board members agreed the next step is to consult the town attorney, Kreckel, to draft clear guidance for permit eligibility and enforcement. The minutes record that the board tabled the parking-ban discussion until the next meeting so legal questions can be resolved.
No ordinance text or final vote was recorded in the minutes; the board did not adopt or amend any ordinance at this meeting. The matter will return for further consideration after legal counsel provides recommended language and options for equitable enforcement.
