TO: Mayor and Commissioners
FROM: Missie Barletto, Public Works Department
THROUGH: Terrence R. Moore, ICMA-CM
DATE: November 17, 2026
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RESOLUTION NO. 172-26 AUTHORIZING FREE PARKING ON WEDNESDAYS THROUGHOUT ALL CITY-OPERATED PARKING LOTS AND GARAGES EXCLUDING ON-STREET PARKING
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Recommended Action:
Recommendation
Approval of Resolution No. 172-26 authorizing free parking on Wednesdays throughout all City-operated parking lots and garages excluding Atlantic Avenue and other on-street paid parking; authorizing the City Manager to take all necessary actions to effectuate the intent of this resolution; repealing all resolutions inconsistent herewith; providing an effective date and for other purposes.
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Background:
On April 21, 2026, the City Commission (City) approved “Free Parking Wednesdays”, allowing for free parking at all City-operated parking lots and garages, with the exception of on-street parking on Atlantic Avenue, from June 1, 2026, through August 31, 2026.
On November 2, 2026, the City directed staff to extend this program year-round.
City Attorney Review:
Approved as to form and legal sufficiency.