Summary
A new ordinance would charge county employees to park at county garages starting September 1, with monthly rates ranging from $40 to $125 and phased increases at the Samuel Gerber building. Crime lab and IT employees testified it's a pay cut that will force them onto public transit or walking in a high-crime area. It was referred to committee — nothing final yet.
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Last discussed Jul 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
Employees at Gerber would pay $50/month rising to $100/month by 2028; other garages $40–$125 monthly.
The county's budget, through new parking revenue.
County employees, especially crime lab staff at Samuel Gerber, who would pay to park or face unsafe commutes.
Mentions & discussions (2)
County Council — Council Meeting - 7/21/2026 — 2026-07-21
New rates for county garages and lots take effect September 1 if adopted — daily maximums up to $12 downtown and higher employee monthly rates, with the Samuel Gerber garage phasing from $50 to $100 by 2028. Still awaiting action.
County Council — Council Meeting - 6/23/2026 — 2026-06-23
A new ordinance would charge county employees to park at county garages starting September 1, with monthly rates ranging from $40 to $125 and phased increases at the Samuel Gerber building. Crime lab and IT employees testified it's a pay cut that will force them onto public transit or walking in a high-crime area. It was referred to committee — nothing final yet.
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