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Downtown business owners, council members warn of parking and access losses from streetscape plan
Summary
Council members relayed concerns from downtown businesses about lost parking (an estimated eight stalls) and restricted access to a hair salon near Galena Street; staff said contractors would be required to post daily 'open during construction' signage and staff will refine designs to mitigate impacts.
Multiple council members and staff acknowledged concerns from downtown businesses that the proposed streetscape changes could reduce parking and impede customer access.
Presenter (S6) estimated an overall loss of about eight parking spaces related to bump-outs and the proposed closure; a council member representing the block said a hair salon at 111 Green told the council the plan would significantly affect customers and staff. Council members asked staff to document impacts and to include contractor obligations to post signage and notify the public during construction so businesses can remain accessible.
Staff told the council that construction-stage communication—daily signage and contractor notices—could be required to inform customers that businesses remain open during work. No mitigation funding or specific relocation assistance was offered during the Aug. 3 discussion; council members requested additional design detail and outreach to affected owners before a final decision.
