HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Resolution approving suspension of parking regulations and enforcement for Ames Main Street for Summer Sidewalk Sales on July 9 - July 12, 2026RESOLUTION NO. 26-007
RESOLUTION APPROVING SUSPENSION OF PARKING REGULATIONS FOR
SUMMER SIDEWALK SALES EVENT
FOR THE CITY OF AMES, IOWA
WHEREAS, Ames Main Street is again hosting its annual Summer Sidewalk Sales
from July 9 through July 12, 2026; and,
WHEREAS, at this event, Downtown businesses display merchandise on the
sidewalks for pedestrians to browse; and,
WHEREAS, to facilitate this event, organizers are requesting suspension of
parking regulations and enforcement for the entire Downtown from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00
p.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2026; and,
WHEREAS, Sidewalk Sales are successful events held twice each year in
Downtown, and since these events bring shoppers Downtown, these requests further the
City Council’s goal to strengthen Downtown.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames,
Iowa, that the request to suspend parking regulations and enforcement for the Summer
Sidewalk Sales event on Saturday, July 11, 2026, is hereby approved.
ADOPTED THIS 13th day of January, 2026.
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Renee Hall, City Clerk John A. Haila, Mayor
Introduced by: Betcher
Seconded by: Corrieri
Voting aye: Beatty-Hansen, Betcher, Corrieri, Junck, Gartin, Rollins
Voting nay: None Absent: None
Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this 13th day of January, 2026.