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Project History

In 2022, the City hired consultant Kimley-Horn to develop a Downtown Parking Plan. The goals of the plan include managing parking in a way that supports local businesses, reducing congestion, updating pricing and enforcement programs, and efficiently managing existing parking facilities and loading zones.

The City conducted online surveys of parkers and business owners. More than 960 people participated. 

Draft Plan

The Draft Downtown Parking Plan is available for public review January 2024. Recommendations include:

  • Modernize and simplify policies and procedures.
  • Invest to off-set displaced parking in the south end of Elm Street.
  • Charge for parking in high-demand areas like Elm Street. Parking would transition to free on the fringes of downtown, in low-demand areas.
  • Generate more turnover by charging for parking in high-demand areas and enforcing time limits.
  • Expand parking enforcement hours to include Saturdays and evenings until 8 pm.
  • Transition to pay stations instead of parking meters.
  • Address maintenance backlog in parking decks.

 Read the full plan document. 

Project Documents