During a special meeting on Friday, Aug. 30, Caldwell city council voted on two key issues surrounding parking in the city.
- First, they approved resolutions to suspend regulations and requirements for paid parking.
- Second, they approved resolutions to terminate the operations agreements with Car Park.
- Both measures went into effect immediately.
( Below is the transcript from the broadcast story)
“ I just wanted you to know that you are being heard and your council is listening to you,” said council member Diana Register.
Earlier this week a special meeting was held in which Caldwell City Council members heard public testimonies from residents and business owners urging the removal of paid parking.
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Since their arrival in March, many businesses have said it has been costing them and the meters are keeping customers away.
“Mr. Mayor, I vote that consider resolutions suspending regulations and requirements for paid parking pursuant to Caldwell city code section 09-07-12,” Council member Register said.