Old Town parking crisis at the Herald apartments
Summary
The new paid overnight parking pilot at the Crowther lot plus enforcement on Cameron Street has left Herald residents ticketed and scrambling for spots. Residents and management want a monthly permit option and possibly paid parking on Cameron itself; council members counter that the developer should have provided enough parking.
At a glance
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Last discussed May 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
Residents could pay over $155 a month at the $5 nightly rate; Mayor Pro Tem Yamaguchi suggested raising the rate to $10 a night to cover enforcement costs.
The city collects new parking revenue and Old Town businesses regain street access.
Herald residents with multiple vehicles face citations, higher costs, and longer walks.
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