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Item 1.K.
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| City Council Regular | |
| Date: | 08/26/2024 |
| Title: | Second/Final Reading Ordinance Amending Sec. 24-457, 24-467, 24-473, 24-1004 through 24-1006 BMCC |
| Presented by: | Tracy Scott, Parking Manager |
| Department: | Parking |
| Presentation: | Yes |
| Legal Review: | Yes |
| Project Number: | N/A |
RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation to amend BMCC Sections 24-457 Violation, 24-467 Failure to pay parking fees, 24-473, Penalties, 24-1004 Parking violation - Procedure generally, 24-1005 Same - Response failure action, 24-1006 Violation citation compliance failure; warrant for arrest.
BACKGROUND (Consistency with Adopted Plans and Policies, if applicable)
Article 24-1000 of the Billings, Montana City Code (BMCC) has not been reviewed or amended since approximately 1993. In the case of certain sections, it has been longer since there has been a review. Amendments are necessary to update the BMCC, to ensure proper alignment with Parking Division enforcement practices regarding violations, and to clarify procedures for those who wish to contest parking citations. Additionally, amendments are proposed that will consolidate the procedures for both issuance of citations and contesting citations in order to ensure uniformity among the various types of parking violations. The first reading of the Ordinance amendments was passed by the City Council on Monday, August 12, 2024. On the first reading of the Ordinance amendments, the motion included the deletion of Section 24-1011 and the second reading reflects the change.
STAKEHOLDERS
City of Billings and Downtown Visitors
ALTERNATIVES
City Council may:
- Approve; or,
- Not Approve; or
- Make recommendation from Council
FISCAL EFFECTS
The city will be monitoring potential changes in the fiscal effects.