Presenter/Contact
Presenter
Greg Malatek, Public Works Director
Contact Info
(830) 221-4020 - gmalatek@nbtexas.org
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SUBJECT:
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Public hearing and first reading of an ordinance amending Section 126-354 of the City of New Braunfels Code of Ordinances to revise Parking by Permit Area H.
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BACKGROUND / RATIONALE:
Council District: 5
Staff has received a request to revise the effective time of Parking by Permit Area H from the existing May 1 to September 30 to year-round, due to parking concerns extending past the standard river recreation season. At this time, no change is proposed to the area location or hours covered (currently 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.).
The Council Meeting is a public hearing for this consideration. Notices of the public hearing were mailed to all property owners (as shown on the latest tax roll) within Parking by Permit Area H and in a 300-foot radius of the area.
ADDRESSES A NEED/ISSUE IN A CITY PLAN OR COUNCIL PRIORITY:
Envision New Braunfels Strategy 1: Support Vibrant Centers: Action 1.2: Create plans for neighborhoods and transitional areas to maintain quality of life.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Traffic control signs cost approximately $150 each. Funding for street signage is available in the FY 2021 approved streets and drainage budget.
Recommendation
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
Because of ongoing parking concerns, District 5 Councilmember Hurta requested to bring this issue to Council first and forego the Transportation and Traffic Advisory Committee’s consideration as allowed.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of amending Parking by Permit Area H to change the effective time of year from May 1 to September 30 to year-round restrictions.