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Home My WebLink AboutResolution - 2023-R0226 - Receive Downtown Parking Task Force and CBD TIF Board RecommendationsResolution No. 2023-R0226 Item No. 6.6 May 9, 2023 RESOLUTION WHEREAS, on April 13, 2021 through Resolution No. 2021-0136, the City Council of the City of Lubbock (the "City Council") approved a professional services agreement with WGI, Inc. (the "Consultant") of Houston, Texas to perform a comprehensive downtown parking study (the "Study"); WHEREAS, on April 26, 2022 through Resolution No. 2022-110215, the City Council agreed there was a need for a Downtown Parking Task Force (the "Task Force") for the purpose of oversight and implementation of the Study; and WHEREAS, the Task Force was created on May 10, 2022 through Resolution No. 2022-R0245 and was charged with working with City staff to review the Study and make recommendations to the Central Business District Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone Board (the "CBDTIF Board") and the City Council regarding a project implementation matrix to identify specific needs in downtown for each downtown zone and recommend the proper timing for addressing those needs; and WHEREAS, on March 1, 2023 at its regularly scheduled meeting, the Task Force unanimously approved its recommendations that would be presented to the CBDTIF Board and City Council; and WHEREAS, on March 2, 2023 the Task Force presented its recommendations to the CBDTIF Board where the CBDTIF Board unanimously approved the Task Force's recommendations, save and except for any references to funding sources for any of the projects or in the implementation matrix; and WHEREAS, the Task Force now presents its recommendations to the City Council regarding Downtown Lubbock parking needs; and NOW THEREFORE: BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LUBBOCK: THAT, the City Council hereby receives the recommendations of the Task Force and the CBDTIF Board. Passed by the City Council on May 9, 2023 TRAY PAY AYOR Page 1 of 2 ATTEST: C ney Paz, City gecretW APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: D'.Kosltelich, Chief F— ial Officer APPROVED AS TO FORM: -'$& 4OX4,6 elli Leisure, Senior Assistant City Attorney ccdocs/RES. Downtown Parking TF and CBDTIF Rec 3.3.23 Page 2 of 2 400010. City of Lubbock TEXAS March 13, 2023 Tray Payne Mayor City of Lubbock 1314 Avenue K Lubbock, TX 79401 Dear Mayor Payne and City Council Members, The Downtown Parking Task Force has been working diligently since our appointment in May of 2022. Per Resolution No. 2022-R0215, we were appointed to review the Downtown Parking Master Plan report, as prepared by WGI, Inc., and make recommendations regarding the project implementation matrix, identifying specific needs for each zone of downtown, and the proper timing for addressing these needs. We are pleased to present recommendations in the following categories: Consolidated Parking Management Parking Policies Improve Wayfinding and Branding Enforcement Strategy Shared Parking Task Force Enhance the Pedestrian Realm Event Parking Planning Curb Management Right Size Parking The Downtown Parking Master Plan presents many strategies for addressing parking needs, concerns and perceptions in downtown. One of the critical components to implementing any of these recommendations will be a dedicated staff member for oversight. We believe the creation of this position can serve several purposes, including oversight of the Downtown Master Plan update, marketing and communications for downtown businesses and events, and more. Our task force looks forward to working alongside this member of the City of Lubbock staff as the downtown area continues to grow, and parking challenges adjust and increase. We appreciate your consideration of these recommendations. I am happy to discuss any questions or concerns that you might have. Thank you for the opportunity to participate in this exciting process. Best, Chad Davis Chair Downtown Parking Task Force Resolution No. 2023-R0226 City of IfTEXAS Lubbo6k Downtown Parking Task Force Recommendation Overview Recommendation 1: Consolidated Parking Management 1. Create a Downtown Manager Position inside the Business Development Department a. Responsibilities would include: L Oversight of Downtown Parking Master Plan ii. Downtown Event / Programming Coordination iii. Marketing and Communications iv. Oversight of Downtown Facilities (Tornado Memorial) v. Development of Downtown Business Owner Membership Program vi. Oversight of Downtown Master Plan Implementation Recommendation 2: Improve Wayfinding and Branding 1. Install Signage at all Public Parking Lots a. City and County spaces should be considered b. Coordinate a Marketing Campaign to raise public awareness 2. Install Wayfinding Signage at key entrances and corridors in downtown a. Utilize guidance from the Chamber's Community Branding efforts b. Should include monument signage and pedestrian signage - Monument signage should also serve as public art - If private owners want to be listed on wayfinding signs, they must participate in the downtown brand on their property - Market Lubbock could contribute to this effort 3. Develop brand standards and requirements for private lot owners a. If property owner is using signage, it must match the downtown brand Recommendation 3: Shared Parking 1. Develop a pilot program using Public Parking to test technology solutions r City of Lubbock aAS a. Private owners would have the opportunity to opt -in, and could charge for parking if desired 2. City should develop templates for Shared Parking, and then either future employee or future Task Force should work with private owners in strategic areas to encourage agreements a. City may want to explore options for shared insurance, maintenance and safety 3. City should move forward with the UDC recommendation to eliminate parking requirements in the downtown districts a. City would no longer have oversight of Shared Parking Agreements, but would move into a liaison / facilitator role Recommendation 4: Enhance the Pedestrian Realm 1. Broadway Redevelopment is Critical —The City Council should prioritize the redevelopment of Broadway, including and emphasizing the public right of way a. Develop ways to encourage parking on Main Street as opposed to Broadway b. Broadway should be redesigned as a complete street i. Consider a "street -diet" — Minimize drive lanes and maximize public spaces / sidewalks ii. Develop Street -use License Program for parklets / outdoor dining iii. Improve lighting and allow for various types. At a minimum, existing lighting should be operational and maintained 1. Conduct a pedestrian lighting study —at a minimum, lighting should meet IES standards iv. Utility Infrastructure needs to be Addressed 2. Downtown Public Improvement Guidelines need to be revisited 3. Infill development needs to be encouraged a. Public Art b. Greenspace c. Existing businesses should be encouraged to participate 4. Retrofit pedestrian lighting in the Depot District to LED A440000. City of Lubbock TEXAS 5. Concerns: a. Safety b. Speed c. Utilities Recommendation 5: Curb Management 1. Mark the parking spaces under the Broadway tunnel 2. Add a designated parking lot or parking spaces for Ride Share vehicles, specifically in the Depot District a. Also consider for the Arts District 3. Future street redesigns should include bulb -outs at key intersections Recommendation 6: Parking Policies 1. Revise Food Truck Ordinance and consider length of time that a food truck can stay parked in one location a. Same consideration for the Street Use License for Construction dumpsters Recommendation 7: Enforcement Strategy 1. Generally speaking, enforcement is working well a. How is Police Department made aware of changes in parking time limits? 2. Consider a different enforcement strategy for sensitive areas a. Driveways b. Handicap Spaces c. Loading Zones 3. Continue collaborating with the Depot District businesses to develop strategies for high traffic times (Friday and Saturday late evenings) Ako City of Lubbock TEXAS Recommendation 8: Task Force 1. Allow for the continuation of the existing Parking Task Force —Revise Resolution to extend or remove the expiration a. Purpose: i. Work with staff / private businesses to facilitate shared parking ii. Oversee implementation of the Downtown Parking Master Plan iii. Oversight of any future parking revenue b. Staff Liaison: Future Downtown Manager c. Consider changing reporting structure in the interim to CBD TIF instead of or alongside City Council i. CBD TIF would appoint Task Force members as needed Recommendation 9: Event Parking Planning 1. Develop a Centralized app for Event Parking 2. Develop a Centralized Calendar of Events for Downtown a. Downtown Manager would work with Market Lubbock, Visit Lubbock, Lubbock Cultural Arts Foundation, individual businesses, etc. 3. Develop a communication strategy for events and parking 4. Develop brand guidelines for parking signage a. Individual businesses / events could opt -in to using the brand guidelines for their event b. If a business agreed to use the brand guidelines, City of Lubbock would co -advertise their event and advertise parking options Recommendation 10: Right Size Parking 1. Consider adding Compact Parking Spaces to increase the number of public parking spaces in downtown Downtown Parking Task Force Recommendation Details Recommendation Category Suggested Time Frame Possible Funding Sources Create a Downtown Manager Position Consolidated Parking Management Immediately Shared position between CBD TIF and City of Lubbock Install Signage at all Public Parking Lots Improve Wayfinding and Branding Immediately Shared project between City of Lubbock, Lubbock County, CBD TIF and Market Lubbock Redevelop the Broadway Corridor Enhance the Pedestrian Realm Immediately City of Lubbock, Grant Funding, Bond Election Retrofit Pedestrian Lighting in the Depot District to LED Enhance the Pedestrian Realm Immediately Grant Funding, CBD TIF, Future Downtown Business Owner Program Mark Parking Spaces under the Broadway Tunnel Curb Management Immediately City of Lubbock Traffic Department Install Wayfinding Signage at Key Entrances and Corridors in Downtown Improve Wayfinding and Branding Year One Shared project between CBD TIF and Market Lubbock Add a designated parking lot or parking spaces for Ride Share vehicles, specifically in the Depot District Curb Management Year One Grant Funding, CBD TIF, City of Lubbock Traffic Department Develop a Pilot Program using Public Parking to test Technology Solutions Shared Parking Year Two CBD TIF, City of Lubbock - Traffic Department IA & City of Lubbock March 13, 2023 Tray Payne Mayor City of Lubbock 1314 Avenue K Lubbock, TX 79401 Dear Mayor Payne and City Council Members, On behalf of the Central Business District Tax Increment Financing Zone Advisory Board (CBD TIF), I would like to thank you for taking the first step in implementing the Downtown Parking Master Plan by appointing the Downtown Parking Task Force. As a member of both groups, I can attest to the hard work that has been done by the Task Force. We had a very active group with a variety of perspectives, and I am excited about the recommendations we've produced. This is important work, and a great step forward in our downtown revitalization efforts. The Task Force presented their recommendations at our Regular Meeting on March 2, 2023, and the recommendations were unanimously approved by the Board, with the exception of any recommendations for future funding sources. I anticipate that the CBD TIF Board will be a partner with the City in the implementation of many of the recommendations, but our Board did not feel comfortable committing to any specific projects at this time. Otherwise, we feel the Task Force has compiled a great list of next steps, and we look forward to moving forward with this process. We appreciate your consideration of these recommendations. I am happy to discuss any questions or concerns that you might have. Thank you for the opportunity to participate in this exciting process. Best, �7 i Dan Williams Chairman CBD TIF Advisory Board