In August, 2012, the Parking Division completed its nearly year-long meter reduction trial.  At its August 20 work session, the City Council received the Parking Advisory Board's (PAB) recommendation to make most of the meter reductions permanent.   Council directed staff to perform a survey in order to obtain feedback from area businesses about what impact the meter reduction had on their employees and customers.  The survey results are attached.   Further, Council directed staff to remove all bags from the trial area, as the approved trial time period had expired.  City Council  also asked for a detailed recommendation.  The PAB worked on its recommendation at its September meeting but postponed action until its October 16 meeting.  The PAB and staff are continuing to work toward a unified recommendation for the Council's consideration.  Due to its meeting schedule, the PAB recommendation will be available by Friday, October 19, and it will be sent to the Council on that date.