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DOWNTOWN PARKING COMMISSION
AGENDA
Thursday, March 21, 2019
8:30 AM Conference Room 213, City Hall
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3. APPROVAL OF FEBRUARY 21, 2019 MINUTES
4. ELECTION OF VICE CHAIR
5. NEW BUSINESS
5.01. Fee for Crosby Hotel valet parking
5.02. St. Croix Crossing Half-Marathon event parking
5.03. Union Alley parking restriction
6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
6.01. Parking capacity study scope
7. UPDATES
7.01. Flood 2019: lot closures and status of parking ramp
7.02. Council decision on Historic Armory
7.03. Council decision on Cruisin’ on the Croix
8. ADJOURNMENT
DOWNTOWN PARKING COMMISSION MEETING
February 21, 2019
Chair Anderson called the meeting to order at 8:33 a.m.
Present: Chair Anderson, Commissioners Glynn, Hopfe, Johnson and Lettner;
Council Liaison Junker
Absent: Commissioner McAllister
Staff present: Community Development Director Turnblad, Police Chief Gannaway,
Parking Enforcement Officer Pasket
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Possible approval of minutes of January 17, 2019 meeting
There were no additions or corrections to the minutes of the January 17, 2019 meeting.
ELECTION OF VICE CHAIR
Election of vice chair was tabled until the March meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
Crosby Hotel request for valet signage
Community Development Director Turnblad stated that late last year the Crosby Hotel
requested three valet parking spots on Main Street. The Parking Commission approved two
15 minute spaces, but did not authorize the use of the two spaces exclusively for valet
purposes. The hotel has requested that the Parking Commission reconsider. They are asking
for permission to place two A-frame valet parking signs at the curb of the two 15 minute
parking spaces. The signs would read “valet parking” not “valet parking only.” They would
be placed curbside daily from 8 am-11 am and from 3 pm-8 pm. Staff notes that related to the
valet parking is snow removal. The bank of plowed snow that accumulates along the curbline
is removed by the City as time permits. But, that is not frequent enough for convenient use
by guests unloading luggage. So, as the Lora does, the Crosby will need to remove the bank
of snow after each snowfall.
Chairman Anderson noted that when the Commission agreed to the 15 minute spaces they
were told no signs would be put up. Immediately afterwards, valet signs went up taking up
three spaces. There is a sign up today in front of the building saying valet only. He
questioned whether today’s decision will be adhered to. He would like to see proof that the
valet parking spaces are needed.
Officer Pasket suggested the spaces be either left at 15 minute parking or converted to valet
parking. Otherwise they would be difficult to enforce.
Chris Diebo, Crosby Hotel, apologized for the disconnect on the valet parking signs, saying
they painted over the word ONLY on one sign and then the other sign came in. They were
going to paint it yesterday but didn’t get to it. Being a full service hotel on Main Street, they
feel they must offer valet parking to guests. If hotel guests arrive when there are already cars
in the 15 minute spaces, they would have to try to valet in the middle of the street. Public
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Works is great at clearing snow but the hotel will keep shoveling as well to clear the path for
guests checking in. He appreciates all the concerns and wants to work with the City.
Councilmember Junker noted that since the hotel opened, that block is busier than ever. He
feels that to truly offer valet parking, the 15 minute parking spaces will not work because
business patrons are parking there for longer, sometimes 30 minutes.
Mr. Diebo added that Candyland and the barber shop have agreed to let the hotel use their
parking after 7 p.m. if needed. The businesses are working with each other on parking. He
agreed it is too confusing to have both 15 minute and valet parking in the same spaces. He
would prefer it to strictly be valet parking. He is OK with a charge for the spaces but
requested consideration for some sort of trade due to the amount of money being spent on
snow removal.
Mr. Turnblad suggested addressing the fee later to research the development agreement for
the Crosby.
Motion by Chairman Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Glynn, to remove the 15 minute
signage from the two spots in front of the hotel and allow the spaces to be used exclusively for
valet parking, with the fee for the two valet spots to be discussed at the next Downtown Parking
Commission meeting. All in favor, 5-0.
Cruisin’ on the Croix event parking
Mr. Turnblad stated that Frank Fabio has made application for the 2019 Cruisin’ on the Croix
event permit. He has requested the use of all the spaces in Lots 4, 5, 8b, 9, 10 and 11 for a
total of 234 parking spaces. Last year 94 spaces were approved. Mr. Fabio also is proposing
the use of two on-street parking spots, one at Water and Myrtle and one at Water and
Mulberry, for event registration tents. These were denied last year. Eight event dates are
requested, every other Wednesday June 12 & 26, July 10 & 24, August 7 & 21, and
September 4 & 18. This is the same number of dates as last year. Staff recommends
approving the use of 12 spaces in Lot 4, all spaces in Lot 9 and the 45 spaces in Lot 11 for a
total of 87 spaces. The lift bridge reconstruction won’t be finished by mid June so half of Lot
4 will still be used for construction staging. Staff does not recommend the use of Lot 5, Lot
8b or Lot 10, or any on-street parking. The reservation fee would be $1.50 per space per day,
totaling $1,044.
Police Chief Gannaway said the St. Croix River is forecast to reach major flood stage which
would bring water to the top of the levee wall. If flooding occurs, Public Works will have to
erect barricades and some of the parking lots could be used for flood protection.
Frank Fabio, event organizer, explained more spaces are being requested because the event
keeps growing in popularity. In 2015 they had 159 spots and last year they had 94. He is
aware that use of Lot 8b next to River Market is problematic for River Market because they
claim that they lost revenue on car show nights. He feels the loss could be weather dependent
because there were 4-5 Wednesdays last year when it was storming or threatening bad
weather. He heard that Lot 8b is the favorite parking spot for employees of River Market and
nearby offices.
Commissioner Hopfe voiced concern that this event is too big for downtown and that closing
off parking lots for the entire day, for eight days out of the summer is unfair to the other
merchants.
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Chairman Anderson asked if Mr. Fabio has thought of a creative solution to having to shut
down the lots early in the day. He also said Mr. Fabio always says this is a great benefit for
the entire downtown but there’s been no evidence or data showing that other businesses
benefit.
Mr. Fabio said he polled car show participants and out of 45 responses, 91.1% said they
frequently go to establishments in downtown Stillwater when they come to the car show.
Some business owners have told him business is up 20% up on those Wednesdays.
Councilmember Junker noted the City Council has always had issues with the use of Lots 10
& 11 because they are designated as residential parking. He applauds Mr. Fabio for sticking
to the 8 dates, but feels the jump to 234 requested spaces is a big jump. He regularly receives
letters from building owners complaining about the use of that many spaces for the car show.
Mr. Turnblad pointed out that the City allows employees and employers to buy parking
permits for Lots 4, 5, and 8b, and therefore has an obligation to provide them a place to park.
Lots 4 and 5 aren’t usable due to construction. To take the only remaining permit parking
area out of use during the car show is unreasonable.
Commissioner Hopfe acknowledged that events are good for downtown but they must work
for the other businesses too. Shutting down that many lots for 8 days is too much.
Mr. Pasket stated that last year, there were no enforcement issues other than complaints about
why lots are closed when no one is parked there.
Chairman Anderson stated use of Lot 8b is un-negotiable. He suggested Mr. Fabio work with
the Desch Building for more spaces.
Mr. Fabio replied car show participants who park at the Desch Building tend to camp out
there and do not walk down to patronize the other businesses downtown.
Chairman Anderson said Mr. Fabio will have to limit the event somehow because he cannot
take over any more parking spaces.
Mr. Fabio proposed that River Market block off their spots in Lot 8b and let the event have
the rest. Lots 9, 11 and part of 8b could all be monitored from one tent. He would make sure
there are no public cars there for safety reasons.
Chairman Anderson asked if the City gives Mr. Fabio more spots, would he cut the number
of event dates down to four?
Mr. Fabio said in 2016, 159 spaces were allowed; in 2017 - 141; in 2018 - 94. 120 spaces is a
good compromise for him. Originally there were 13 shows; this has been dropped down to 8.
Police Chief Gannaway commented there are more and more event requests, and at some
point the City Council will have to say no. The City is up to 75 events a year now.
Councilmember Junker said if the City grants him 120 spaces, he would like some type of
commitment that Mr. Fabio won’t seek more overflow parking in private lots.
Mr. Fabio replied he would seek more private spaces only if there is a demand. 120 spaces
would accommodate about half the cars that show up.
Councilmember Junker said he would rather have the event use Lots 11 and 9 and utilize the
Desch lot, not Lot 8b.
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Mr. Fabio said he doesn’t think he can get a commitment from Mr. Desch to use the lot every
week.
Motion by Chairman Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Hopfe, to approve the use of 12
parking spaces in Lot 4 and all of Lots 5 (conditional upon the lot being available), 9 and 11 with
a fee of $141 per event for each of the eight event dates. All in favor, 5-0.
Opera on the River event parking
Community Development Director Turnblad stated that Rouse Legacy and Operatunity
Theater of Forest Lake are requesting permission to hold a concert on August 10 in front of
the Lowell Park Pavilion. Event setup, concert and take down would all occur on Saturday,
August 10. They would like to reserve Lots 5 and 9. Lot 5 would be used for service of
alcoholic beverages and Lot 9 for vendors and portable restrooms. Lot 9 has 30 spaces and
Lot 5 has 7 spaces. Staff recommends approval of those two lots on August 10 with a fee of
$3 per space for the day, or a total of $111.
Oben Floan, applicant, explained the event. It would have free seating with roped VIP
seating for sponsors and a roped liquor area. The stage will face north. About 20 food and
artisan vendors will be in the park from noon through the evening concert. They would like
to use Lot 10 for vendor parking. He anticipates a crowd of up to 1,000 people. If successful,
they would like to make it an annual event.
Chairman Anderson stated typically when there is an art fair, vendors park further away from
the location. Lot 10 is the only other fire exit.
Mr. Turnblad suggested using Lot 12, a multiple use lot, for vendor parking.
Mr. Floan agreed it would be alright to use Lot 12 for vendor parking.
Commissioner Hopfe if they would consider having fewer vendors.
Chico Rouse, co-applicant, said they want to drive as much commerce to downtown as
possible. Vendors are not an important factor. They would like to support the local
businesses.
Mr. Floan added that they are meeting with the Chamber tomorrow.
Commissioner Hopfe suggested they also meet with the MainStreet IBA.
Police Chief Gannaway noted that Lumberjack Days has 23-25 vendors, so 20 vendors for a
1,000 person event seems like a large number. He also suggested they have a Plan B for river
flooding.
Mr. Rouse replied they have Trinity Church as a backup location.
Motion by Chairman Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Lettner, to approve the use of Lot 5
for Opera on the River on August 10 for a fee of $21. All in favor, 5-0.
2018 Parking Enterprise Fund Report
Community Development Director Turnblad provided revenue and expense figures for the
surface lots from 2015 to 2018. Despite a lot of construction and disruption, parking lot
revenue stayed healthy with a $137,116 transfer to the parking enterprise fund. Parking
permit revenue increased dramatically in 2018, possibly due in part to successful collection
of quarterly parking mitigation fees and increased sales of commercial parking permits. The
revenues generated by Lot 1 are falling steadily. The City should explore why this loss of
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revenue is occurring. Perhaps there was a significant period of time that the revenue
equipment was not functioning.
Officer Pasket acknowledged there were no attendants in Lot 1 for a good part of the year.
Mr. Turnblad stated that revenue from parking tickets was substantially higher than in 2017.
Revenue for the parking ramp covers operation costs but not capital costs. Therefore, the
Parking Enterprise Fund has to cover capital needs for both the ramp and the surface lots.
The next capital expenditures are scheduled for 2020 and include replacement of revenue
equipment, computers and software. The revenue from monthly parking passes is stagnant.
Revenue from transient sales (“cash and credit cards”) has increased steadily each year since
the ramp opened. Lots 13, 14 and 17 will be redone in 2019 and Lot 4 will be reconfigured to
accommodate the closing of Chestnut Street to traffic. After this summer, all parking lots in
the system will have been reconstructed or resurfaced. The next lot improvements will not be
necessary until 2028.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Parking capacity study scope
This item was tabled until the March meeting.
UPDATES
Council decision on Historic Armory
Community Development Director Turnblad stated that the conditional use permit was
denied partly based on the parking plan. The applicants have already reapplied with a
different parking plan.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Anderson adjourned the meeting at 10:43 a.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Julie Kink, Recording Secretary
TO: Downtown Parking Commission
FROM: Bill Turnblad, Community Development Director
DATE: March 11, 2019
RE: Crosby Hotel valet parking
INTRO
Last month the Parking Commission recommended approval of converting the two 15
minute parking spaces in front of the Crosby Hotel into two valet parking spaces. The
discussion on the fee for the two spaces was tabled until this month’s commission
meeting. The recommendation on dedicating the valet spaces, along with its fee, will
then go to the City Council for their consideration on April 2nd.
COMMENTS
On every street except Main Street, the City’s Fee Schedule establishes the on-street
parking fee per space at $9 per day May through September, and $3 per day October
through April. A Main Street fee is not included in the schedule, because reserving
spaces on Main Street is prohibited by City policy. In the case of the Lora Hotel, the
Council waived the policy and used the same fee for Main Street as is established for
the other streets downtown.
In essence, the Parking Commission is recommending to the City Council that the
prohibition be waived for the Crosby Hotel as well. So, staff would recommend using
the same fee structure as that used for the Lora. The cost would then be $2,013 per
space per year. During this first year, the fee would need to be pro-rated to the date of
the Council decision on this request.
For comparison purposes, the resolution approving the license for the Lora to use on-
street parking spaces on Main Street for valet parking is attached.
ACTION
The Parking Commission is asked to consider a fee recommendation to forward to the
City Council.
bt
TO: Downtown Parking Commission
FROM: Bill Turnblad, Community Development Director
DATE: February 12, 2019
RE: St. Croix Crossing Half Marathon
INTRO
Stacy Einck of Run Stillwater has submitted a permit application for the St. Croix
Crossing Half Marathon. It is planned to be run on Saturday, July 27th. The majority of
the race would be in Western Wisconsin, but the last leg will cross the new bridge into
Minnesota and head north along State Highway 95, ending on Chestnut Street near the
Lift Bridge.
As proposed, the parking spaces on the east side of Hwy 95/Main Street will be coned
for race use until 11:30 am the day of the race. This would result in the reservation of 70
on-street parking spaces for the half day.
PARKING RESERVATION & COMMENTS
The reservation fee for on-street parking spaces Downtown on a summer weekend is $9
per space. If all 70 of the requested spaces are approved for reservation, the fee would
be $630.
However, City policy prohibits the reservation of on-street parking spaces on Main
Street. Therefore, altering the course of the race may be appropriate. Perhaps it ought
to turn east at Nelson Street and follow the east side of Water Street northward to
Chestnut Street.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends limiting the number of parking spaces on Main Street that are
impacted by the race. And, whichever parking spaces are approved for reservation
should be charged the $9 fee.
cc: Stacy Einck
attachments: application form
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Coning East side of Hwy 95/Main
St./ No Parking from Oasis Café
to Chestnut until 1100.
Finish Line
Public Safety/Race Marshals to
control intersection and parking
access as needed (TBD)
St. Croix Crossing Half Marathon, July 27, 2019 –
Downtown approach to finish DRAFT
Stillwater, MN
Prepared by Run Stillwater, Inc. –11/12/18
Coning
Road closed
Finish line
Recovery food and medals
Crowd barriers
Portapotties
PA announcer (tent, no stakes)
Emergency Vehicles (lot east
of Water Street Inn)
St. Croix Crossing Half Marathon –
Preferred Finish Area Layout V1, Pg. 1
(Utilizing access to Sam Bloomer.)
Stillwater, MN Emergency Vehicles only
between Chestnut St. and Myrtle,
and Water St. and Main St.
Concourse
Prepared by Run Stillwater, Inc. –11/12/18
Coning for runners
Road closed
Trail rerouted with signage 0700-1030
Finish line
Recovery food and medals
Crowd barriers
Reroute bicycles
Portapotties
PA announcer (tent, no stakes)
Emergency Vehicles (lot east of Water
Street Inn)
St. Croix Crossing Half Marathon –
Preferred Finish Area Layout 1 V1, Pg. 2
(Utilizing access to Sam Bloomer.)
Stillwater, MN
•Emergency Vehicles only between Chestnut St. and Myrtle,
and Water St. and Main St.
•Reroute bikes/peds to/from path via Sam Bloomer Way
Prepared by Run Stillwater, Inc. –11/12/18
Coning
Road closed
Finish line
Recovery food and medals
Crowd barriers
Portapotties
PA announcer (tent, no stakes)
Emergency Vehicles (lot east
of Water Street Inn)
St. Croix Crossing Half Marathon –Finish Area Layout V2
(to be used if Sam Bloomer is underwater.)
Stillwater, MN
Emergency Vehicles
only between Chestnut
St. and Myrtle, and
Water St. and Main St.
Reroute bikes/peds around
loop to allow recovery space
for runners
Prepared by Run Stillwater, Inc. –11/12/18
TO: Downtown Parking Commission
FROM: Bill Turnblad, Community Development Director
DATE: March 12, 2019
RE: Winter parking restrictions – Union Alley
INTRO
This winter has reminded the Public Works Department just how little room is available in
Union Alley for snow plowing and snow storage. Plow passage is especially difficult between
Myrtle and Chestnut because there is parking on both sides of this one-way alley. And, even
though on-street parking is not allowed during the winter between 2 am and 6 am (for snow
removal), when we have a winter like this one, cars parked on both sides of the narrow alley
even during the day cause a snow removal problem.
DISCUSSION
Public Works Director Shawn Sanders will be at the Parking Commission meeting in March to
discuss winter parking restriction options in this block of Union Alley.
bt
TO: Downtown Parking Commission
FROM: Bill Turnblad, Community Development Director
DATE: February 13, 2019
RE: Scope of Parking Study
INTRO
The Downtown Parking Commission is preparing to undertake a study of the
downtown parking system. The purpose of the study is to identify strategies for
improving the capacity of the parking system without major capital investments. To
that end we have engaged Lance Bernard of HKGi to draft a scope for the study. The
draft scope is attached.
COMMENTS
The attached scope identifies two phases of work. The first is the study, the second is
implementation of the study.
Tasks in the first phase, the study itself, include:
1) Project coordination, by the parking consultant
2) Three meetings with the Parking Commission
a) Findings of analysis (as outlined in Task 3 below)
b) Discussion of study results
c) Review of final report draft and of scope of Phase 2 activities
3) Analysis of the existing system
a) Mapping of utilization data
b) Examination of the system’s regulatory and financing framework
i) Zoning Ordinance
ii) Revenues and expenditures
c) Review of 5 similar cities’ parking systems
d) Employee survey
e) Parking generation model development
i) This tool will help Parking Commission to analyze impact of each downtown
proposal for its potential impact upon the public parking system
Parking Study Scope
February 12, 2019
Page 2
4) Strategies and recommendations
a) Event parking
b) Employee parking
c) Revenue
d) Regulatory and/or revenue changes
5) Final deliverables
a) Draft report
b) Present to Parking Commission and City Council
More details can be found in the attached scoping document.
ACTION
The Parking Commission is asked to consider the scoping document and make changes
as desired. Once there is consensus on the scope, it will be brought to the City Council
for approval. Following that we will distribute it to parking consultants for cost
estimates and project proposals.
cc: Lance Bernard
attachment: Draft scope
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January 21, 2019 | Downtown Stillwater Parking Study | DRAFT SCOPE
Phase One Tasks
Task 1 Project Coordination
Task 1.1: Project Coordination
Task 1.1 provides time for HKGi to coordinate study tasks with City Staff.
Deliverables
Bi-weekly check -ins with City Staff via phone or email.
Task 2: Engagement
Task 2.1 Parking Commission Meetings
HKGi will attend and facilitate up to three (3) meetings with the Parking Commission. City
staff will be responsible for coordinating and scheduling the meetings. The purpose and
intent for each meeting is described below:
o Meeting #1: HKGi will meet with the Parking Commission to discuss key findings
from the utilization counts and peer review research (see Task 3).
o Meeting #2: HKGi will present draft recommendations to the Parking Commission
for their consideration. The purpose of this meeting is to reach a consensus on the
study results.
o Meeting #3: HKGi will meet with the Parking Commission to review the final
deliverables and scope Phase II activities.
Deliverables
Preparation and attendance for up to three (3) Parking Commission meetings.
Task 3: Exploration Phase
Task 3.1: Data Collection and Mapping
Data collected under this task will determine parking utilization rates by parking facility
and provide a baseline for confirming parking concerns. HKGi will utilize existing
utilization counts (provide by the City) to build base maps depicting the study area’s
parking attributes and utilization rates. Findings will help identify potential parking
reservoirs that are underutilized. The parking reservoirs may present opportunities for
employee parking or mitigate the parking needs/requirements for new uses or
redevelopment initiatives.
Task 3.2: Review existing regulatory structure and funding strategies
Zoning ordinance
Funding/financing policy
o Capital expenditures
o Ongoing operations and maintenance
Task 3.3: Peer Review
HKGi will research up to five (5) comparison downtowns for comparing their parking
requirements, district-wide parking models, pricing structure and financing mechanisms.
Findings from this task will help inform potential modifications to the City’s parking
requirements and district-wide parking approach.
Task 3.4: Employee Survey
HKGi will work with City Staff to prepare an online survey to better understand the number
of employees working in Downtown Stillwater during specific days and times. The survey
results will help inform Task 3.2 and 4.2. The City will be responsible for distributing the
survey.
Task 3.5: Parking Generation Model
Data collected under Task 3.1 will be integrated into a customized “parking generation
model.” The purpose of the model is to help determine the parking needs for new uses or
future redevelopment efforts. Model assumptions will utilize the city’s parking
requirements and policies to determine the study area’s current and future parking
demand. The model will be used to run future parking scenarios based on future land use
and redevelopment assumptions and parking reduction factors (e.g., parking demand
rates that reflect current utilization, best practices, or multimodal goals).
The “parking generation model” will help determine when a new use or redevelopment
initiative is unable to meet parking demands without building new off street park ing
supply.
Deliverables
Base maps depicting the study area’s parking utilization and attributes.
Memorandum documenting existing conditions and findings from the peer review.
Development of an on-line survey for the City’s use.
Parking generation model developed in Microsoft Excel.
Task 4: Strategies and Recommendations
Task 4.1: Event Parking
HKGi will develop recommendations for managing parking needs during large events (e.g.,
Lumber Jack Days and Harvest Fest). Various parking strategies may include shared
parking opportunities, shuttle services, and travel demand management strategies.
Task 4.2: Employee Parking
HKGi will develop recommendations for managing parking needs for downtown
employees. Various parking strategies may include shared parking opportunities, shuttle
services, and travel demand management strategies.
Task 4.4: Enterprise Fund Evaluation
HKGi will develop a funding tool that compares Downtown Stillwater’s Enterprise Fund
(fee-in-lieu payments for parking requirements) against other models. The model’s
assumptions will be based on findings from Task 3.3.
Task 4.5: Parking Framework
Our main objective throughout the planning process is to focus on an action/phasing plan
that outlines recommendations and strategies that maximizes downtown’s parking supply.
The recommendations and strategies will focus on the following:
o Employee parking
o Event parking
o Parking solutions for new uses or redevelopment initiatives
o Modifications to the parking ordinance (i.e., requirements and Enterprise Fund
model)
Deliverables
Memorandum documenting the proposed parking strategies and recommendations.
Development of an on-line survey for the City’s use.
Financial model developed in Microsoft Excel.
Task 5: Final Deliverables
Task 5.1: Draft Report
HKGi will provide a technical memorandum documenting the study’s process and findings.
Supporting materials used throughout the process (e.g., GIS files, spreadsheets, maps, and
power points) will be provided as part of the final deliverables.
Task 5.2: City Council
HKGi will prepare and attend one (1) City Council meeting. We will present the study’s
findings and recommendations.
Deliverables
Consolidation of the Task 3 and 4 memorandums into a final report.
Preparation and attendance at one (1) City Council meeting.
Phase Two Tasks
Once Phase I activities are complete, HKGi will prepare a detailed scope of work and budget for
Phase Two which will focus on implementation measures, while formalizing a preferred district-
wide parking approach. This will be done in close collaboration with City Staff and the Parking
Commission. Potential activities may include:
Stakeholder engagement to reach a consensus on the study’s recommendations
Zoning amendments
Design guidelines for parking structures
Wayfinding and signage plan
Design criteria for siting a new parking facility
Cost estimates for the recommendations
Shared parking agreements