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Discussion included: • The Commission hoped that green spaces and the accessibility to green spaces would be increased over time as the City provided right-sized parking and was not over parking properties. • The Commission did not want local businesses to be adversely impacted by being under parked. • The Commission recommended parking spaces not be too narrow given the fact the size of vehicles was tending to increase and the City should ensure businesses were providing proper accessibility for residents/patrons. • Greenspace requirements for parking lots were further discussed. • The parking concerns surrounding the local schools was discussed. • The Commission believed the multi-family apartment complexes in the community do not have enough onsite parking. One solution for this problem would be to allow overnight on street parking near the apartment complexes. • The current language within City Code regarding on street parking was reviewed. • The Commission discussed how signage may assist with addressing on street parking issues surrounding multi-family housing developments. • The Commission commented on the expense and benefits of having underground parking within multi-family developments. • The parking concerns within the City’s industrial zoning districts were discussed. The Commission believed the City had adequate parking for industrial properties in the community. • The need for more transit in the community was discussed. • The Commission discussed how the City would be impacted if there were no minimum or maximum parking standards in place. Gozola recommended parking minimums remain in place for multi-family developments. The Commission agreed. • The Commission supported staff exploring more shared parking options for commercial and industrial businesses. • Mayor Niedfeldt-Thomas recommended the City consider language regarding the maintenance of private parking lots. • Mayor Niedfeldt-Thomas suggested the City also consider ADA parking language. • Gozola commented on the recently approved a large vehicle parking Ordinance that was recently approved by the City Council. • The importance of planning for EV charging stations was discussed. • The price for enclosed versus surface parking was discussed. Staff noted they supported the investment in enclosed parking now as this would benefit the community long-term. VI. Vice Chair Update – Kami Miller A. What have we noticed around the City? Miller commented on the Just Deeds event that was held at the end of June. She stated she was pleased by the turnout and community engagement at this event. Schlieu explained she saw on the inclusive New Brighton Facebook page there would be a meeting for queer/trans youth to discuss safe spaces on Saturday, July 29. VII. City Staff Update – Hue Schlieu, DEI Coordinator