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RESOLUTION TO ADOPT A PARKING SYSTEM ADMINISTRATIVE FEE POLICY
Memorandum
Background: Since the DDA began management of the parking system in 1992, DDA and parking operator staff have set fees associated with operational aspects of the parking system administratively. These fees have been tied to actual costs and have been adjusted as needed. DDA staff now wish to establish these fees through a more formal process with the DDA Board. Attached for your consideration is a policy that outlines the proposed process.
Please note the parking related fees established in this policy are different than parking system rates, which are established following a process outlined in the City/DDA Parking Agreement.
Overview & Scope: The process for approving these fees will fall in line with fiscal year budgeting work. During the budget process staff will review the fees to ensure fees cover costs and bring any changes to existing approved fee schedule to the DDA Board for approval. If no changes are needed the existing approved fee schedule will remain in effect. The policy also speaks to any mid-year changes or implementation of new fees that may be necessary, and how those will be handled administratively and updated with the subsequent budget work and fee schedule approval.
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Whereas, The DDA is responsible for establishing policies to govern its administration of the parking system;
Whereas, The DDA wishes to formalize the process under which parking system administrative fees are established;
Whereas, DDA staff drafted a policy that outlines process as well as roles and responsibilities, and this policy aligns with parking industry best practice;
Whereas, Authorization to administer the Parking System Administrative Fee Policy is granted to the Parking Manager who shall act in accordance with this policy and other applicable written procedures and internal controls as needed;
RESOLVED, The Ann Arbor Downton Development Authority Board adopts the Parking System Administrative Fee Policy, effective January 1, 2025.
Prepared by: Jada Hahlbrock, Parking Manager