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Communication from Councilmembers Bullock, Kepple & Shachner regarding <br /> permitting parklets as a tool for economic relief for Lakewood businesses. <br /> The committee reviewed the previous discussions and the evolution of the conversation around <br /> parklets. An updated draft of the temporary parklet guidelines (attached) was provided by <br /> Director Leininger and discussed at length. Director Leininger stated that the guidelines can be <br /> used by Planning Commission and by the administration when making decisions about approval <br /> of parklet applications. The Planning Department has also prepared an application for use and <br /> distribution once all parties agree to the guidelines. <br /> Director Leininger responded to a number of specific questions regarding the guidelines from <br /> Councilmember Shachner <br /> Referring to guideline 49, Councilmember Shachner asked if there was a way to regulate shade <br /> structures such as umbrellas instead of prohibiting them altogether. He expressed concern that a <br /> lack of shade will deter customers from using the parklets. <br /> The administration responded with various concerns ranging from site line issues, risk of injury, <br /> and interreference with sidewalk access. Ms. Hennie suggested those regulations will take time <br /> to develop and may be more appropriate for a permanent parklet program <br /> Councilmember Shachner asked if the City could provide jersey barriers to the applicants <br /> through its own stockpile or an agreement with NOACCA. <br /> Chief Dunphy responded that the City does not have a stockpile, but only a handful that are used <br /> for different city events and emergencies. Procuring extra jersey barriers is about$350 each. <br /> Chief Dunphy suggested that businesses contract with a company that can provide the barriers <br /> and install them. He relayed Director Ducu's feelings that the City should not be involved in this. <br /> Councilmember Shachner conveyed that this was a priority for him. He argued that the City <br /> could potentially benefit from increased tax revenue and prevent a business from closing by <br /> making this investment. He estimated that it would cost no more than $10,000 for the entire <br /> program. <br /> Chief Dunphy replied that such a proposal would require buy-in from the Mayor, Planning, & <br /> Public Works. <br /> Councilmember Kepple suggested providing jersey barriers on a first come first serve basis <br /> during the pilot program in order to gain feedback. <br /> Councilmember Bullock expressed support for the guidelines. He expressed agreement with <br /> Councilmember Shachner that it is appropriate to invest in jersey barriers to help businesses stay <br /> afloat. He suggested the City enter into a contract to provide them. He offered specific feedback <br /> on a number of the guidelines. Referring to guideline 49, he advocated for shade structures and <br /> proposed an amendment that would prohibit shade structures that are higher than a standard size <br /> SUV. <br /> 2 <br />