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9.A. - Page 4 of 31 The below matrix of proposed changes identifies key elements of the current code, the proposed change, and factors that were considered: Current Code Proposed Change Consideration When RPP parking restrictions are in effect Hours and days (7 am — 6 pm, Monday — Friday) Permit Limits Each address allowed three full-time permits annually. Each address allowed ten 24-hour "Temporary or Guest" permits annually. Parking restrictions shall be (7 am — 6 pm, Monday — Friday) unless otherwise set by resolution Each address allowed three full- time permits annually as default unless otherwise set by resolution Change from "Temporary or Guest" to "Visitor" parking permits. Each address allowed ten total visitor permits annually, unless otherwise set by resolution. Visitor permits shall come in both 1 -day and 14 - day types. • Increases flexibility according to the needs of the neighborhood • Enforcement could be more challenging if rules vary a lot by neighborhood • Could require additional police staffine • Increases flexibility according to the needs of the neighborhood • Could be more restrictive • Could reduce residents' willingness to support the program if it is more restrictive • Increases flexibility according to the needs of the neighborhood • Makes it easier to accommodate guests • Increasing visitor permits could increase demand on enforcement • Provides an option for longer- term visitors. • Increases flexibility according to the needs of the neighborhood The proposed changes are based on discussions with residents and with a half dozen Neighborhood Associations over the last two years, both in existing permit parking areas and in neighborhoods that have expressed interest in the permit parking program. The recommended changes were taken to the Transportation Advisory Committee in May. The Committee expressed strong support for the proposed changes and suggested staff consider a higher cost for the permit by incorporating the enforcement costs; this was evaluated and is discussed below in the fee section. The Committee unanimously voted to recommend to City Council the adoption of the proposed changes. The proposed changes were also presented to the City Council Transportation/Mobility Sub -committee in May. The Sub -committee provided comments and recommended moving forward with the proposed changes. If the ordinance is approved, staff will work with residents in each of the existing permit parking areas before the end of the year to determine if the residents want to modify any of the existing policies for City of Redwood City 1017 Middlefield Road, Redwood City, CA. 94063 Tel: 650-780-7000 www.redwoodcity.ore 145