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electronic vehicle charging (EV) stations, parking meters, electric scooters, and public space acquired or used to facilitate alternative forms of transportation. (1st read and referred to Finance 12/19/22;2"d reading 01/03/23) Director Rancatore explained that the ordinance will allow for placing revenue from EV charging and scooters into the Parking Meter Fund. Traditionally, the fund had been used strictly for parking-related revenue. He explained that this approach will improve the ease of tracking these revenues. The committee and Director Rancatore acknowledged that the ordinance repeals sections c, d, and e of 129.16. Everyone agreed that these sections and requirements were no longer relevant or needed. It was discussed that revenues from the Parking Meter Fund could potentially go toward bike racks. In response to a question, Director Rancatore referred Council to the December financial reports for a complete update on the status of the Parking Meter Fund. He stated that in 2022, the city received $16,000 in revenue from EV charging and $1,000 in revenue from electric scooters. He emphasized the importance of grouping these transportation-related revenues in one fund. The committee discussed the status of the open positions in parking enforcement and the role of parking meters in helping alleviate parking problems. Through discussion, the following points were clarified: • Revenues from parking meters go into the Parking Meter Fund. • Revenues from citations go into the General Fund. • Salaries for parking enforcement officers are paid out of the Parking Meter Fund. The committee and the administration discussed the possibility of replacing the term "electric scooters"with "electric mobility devices." Director Leininger remarked that electric bikes are not happening in the near future in Lakewood. Through discussion, it was established that Ord. 49-2022 will help the administration to track funds in order to replace EV charging infrastructure when necessary. Director Rancatore emphasized the administration's commitment to EV charging and stated that financing for the program is planned out for the next several years. Motion by Councilmember Shachner to amend the first sentence of 129.16 (b) as follows: ...ftftd electric scooters-, and alternative forms of transportation. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bullock. Motion by Councilmember Baker to strike the previous amendment and amend the first sentence of 129.16 (b) as follows: 3