Town Halls on Parking

Last night, the Provo City Council held a town hall meeting to discuss a recommendation by the Parking Committee to create an On-Street Parking Management Area in Joaquin Neighborhood. The crowd overflowed the Council Chambers. The anger, concern, and frustration were evident, but everyone who addressed the Council did so in a clear and civil manner that was appreciated. We listened to concerns, we responded to questions, and we hear some good suggestions. I hope everyone left with a better understanding of what is being proposed and why.

(I took pictures of some of the creative signs brought to the meeting. This was well before the starting time, before the room was full.)

Unfortunately, we ran out of time and towards the end we asked everyone already in line and waiting virtually to speak to do so quickly and without the councilors responding. A lot of questions and good points were left unaddressed. I promised to hold some follow-up meetings with another chance for everyone to speak and hopefully I'll be able to respond to them all. I invite everyone who is interested in the issue to come, listen, and participate in the discussion.