I. RECOMMENDATION:
Waive Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance 817 and Resolution 3888 regarding Commercial Vehicle Parking
II. BACKGROUND:
This has been an on going process to address issues of commercial parking with in the City of Coalinga.
III. DISCUSSION:
The Coalinga Municipal code has several sections that deal with commercial parking in a variety of ways. First there can be no commercial vehicle parking in residential areas. Outside of the residential area restriction, a commercial vehicle over 6000 pounds can not park on the street between 9:00 pm and 6:00 am with a couple of minor exclusions. Then there is another section that prohibits parking of a commercial truck 9000 pounds or greater on a city street for longer than four hours. This ordinance is effective only if there are signs placed notifying the public of the restriction.
These ordinances are confusing and are difficult to enforce. In 2009, there was an unsuccessful attempt to pass a clarification ordinance designating areas where commercial trucks could park. Staff has done extensive research into neighboring city ordinances and is proposing a new ordinance.
In looking at locations to accommodate this type of activity, there are not many options. Issues of environmental impact, lack of adequate load bearing streets, noise, and future development all stand in the way. In consulations with staff, two locations can serve as a temporary truck parking areas until a more perminant solution is found. Both Pacific Ave and Merced avenue have wide enough streets that would allow for legal parking of a vehicle away from residential areas. Unfortunately this can only be a temporary solution. Future growth will make these locations unsuitable.
The ultimate solution to this issue is the development of a designated parking facility in the city. With the proper public or private investment, a facility could be a positive economic activity.
Staff recommends that the resolution have a one year sunset clause added so the effects of commercial truck parking in the designated areas can be analysed.
IV. ALTERNATIVES:
None
V. FISCAL IMPACT:
None |