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Public access to the new county parking garage

The Downtown Advisory Board wants the county to keep its new secure courthouse parking garage open for public and event parking after hours, and asked the city to lobby the county, share parking data, and press for restroom plans. Commissioners unanimously agreed to forward the request.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 22, 2026

LowBusiness Jobs

Downtown sidewalk cafe fencing

Commissioners complained that businesses are fencing off parts of the newly rebuilt streetery and downtown sidewalks, undercutting the open pedestrian space the city paid for. Staff will return with ordinance options after consulting the Downtown Advisory Board.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 15, 2026