LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — Whereas the Metropolis of Jackson supposed to implement a brand new metered pay-to-park system downtown, they’re placing that plan on maintain for now after downtown enterprise house owners raised issues about how that would influence visitors.
The Jackson Metropolis Council will maintain a particular assembly subsequent Wednesday at 7 p.m. to reevaluate whether or not or to not implement metered parking. For now, the method is on maintain. The assembly will happen within the 2nd Ground Metropolis Council Chambers of Metropolis Corridor.
“We have heard the concerns of our business owners and community members loud and clear,” mentioned Jackson Mayor Daniel Mahoney. “Our objective is to create a system that works for everybody—residents, guests, and companies alike. After taking the suggestions into cautious consideration, we imagine it’s essential to take a step again and have interaction in additional discussions earlier than shifting ahead.”
Metered parking was scheduled to enter impact on July 1, which town says was supposed to generate income for parking upkeep by transitioning the monetary accountability from enterprise house owners to these parking within the area.
Nevertheless, group suggestions has motivated metropolis officers to rethink.
“We are committed to fostering an open dialogue with our community and ensuring that any changes we implement align with the needs of Jackson’s downtown,” Mayor Mahoney mentioned. “We look forward to a constructive and solution-driven discussion at the special meeting.”
