Downtown Parking Garage Public-Private Partnership
Summary
Three developers want to build a parking garage (with office/retail) near City Hall, but the city doesn't yet know its own finances — the November tax referendum could change everything. The project is on hold until December 10.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city would likely make a substantial multimillion-dollar contribution — one proposal suggested $8-9 million — pending the November referendum.
Downtown shoppers, employees, and visitors who need more parking.
Neighbors concerned about building height and massing near City Hall, and taxpayers if the city's contribution proves steep.
Mentions & discussions (5)
City Commission - Oct 28, 2026
Commissioner Lindsey wants resident Alan Keene to give an informational presentation on parking garage options, and it's now slated for the November 19 work session. Commissioners discussed pursuing grants and even tourist development tax or state funding, since the city can't afford a garage on its own.
Transportation Advisory Board - Sep 21, 2026
The Downtown Parking Management Working Group was scheduled to report, continuing work on consistent parking time limits downtown.
Community Redevelopment Agency - Aug 26, 2026
Commissioner Lindsey wants the CRA to consider building a parking garage at City Hall on its own, possibly bonded through the CRA, to ease downtown parking and congestion. The board agreed to explore it at a December work session after the November election.
City Commission - Aug 12, 2026
Three developers want to build a parking garage (with office/retail) near City Hall, but the city doesn't yet know its own finances — the November tax referendum could change everything. The project is on hold until December 10.
Community Redevelopment Advisory Board - Jul 23, 2026
A board member believes Hannibal Square, the farmers market area, and on-street Park Avenue don't meet ADA parking requirements — possibly zero ADA spaces on Park Avenue proper. Staff will ask Public Works for a review or hire a consultant.
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