What: splitting downtown into two zones so snow removal from sidewalks and parking bans do not cover all of downtown at once.
Where it stands: A pilot for the coming winter, with year-round zone signage and a map prepared with Public Works.
Next: Public outreach led by the city's communications manager, including text alerts, social media and press; adjust signs and map next year based on feedback.
Details
Members supported the plan and said text-message alerts are the easiest notice for residents.
Planning memo: Public Works proposed two zones, east and west, with parking banned in one zone at a time; signs and a public map before winter, with zones revisable next year.
Staff presented the two-zone plan as an update. Members were supportive and asked about outreach and how many downtown residents are signed up for text alerts.