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Hendersonville approves free Sunday parking pilot with First Baptist Church
Summary
Council approved a one-year pilot allowing First Baptist Church to sponsor free parking in the Church Street parking deck on Sundays (7 a.m.–10 p.m.), beginning the first Sunday after July 4; the program will be reevaluated annually.
The council voted to authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with First Baptist Church of Hendersonville to allow free parking in the Church Street parking deck on Sundays from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. as a one-year pilot.
Staff presented the proposed agreement emphasizing a test period and annual reevaluation to avoid conflicts with two large downtown events (Garden Jubilee and Apple Festival). The arrangement allows the church to place a sign indicating sponsorship and is intended to encourage downtown visits on Sundays while supporting the church’s growing congregation. The pilot is scheduled to begin the first Sunday after July 4.
Council approved the resolution by voice vote; staff will monitor the pilot and return with any recommended adjustments.
