City clarifies neutral-ground parking is prohibited; council discusses information campaign before enforcement

Aug 12, 2026

The council and police staff clarified that parking on neutral ground (the grass strip) is not allowed unless the ground is improved; officers can cite violators and tow vehicles after citations are not addressed. Council asked for an informational outreach effort to alert residents before stepped-up enforcement.

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Council and police staff discussed repeated calls about vehicles parked on the 'neutral ground' — the strip between sidewalk and street — and how the city will address the problem.

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