Hoboken Citywide Parking Master Plan 1 st Public Workshop June 11, 2014
Today s Agenda Open House 6:30-7:00 Presentation 7:00-7:30 - Why are we here today? - What is the Hoboken Citywide Parking Master Plan? - What do we know so far? - How can you help? Open House 7:30-8:30 2
Purpose of Today s Meeting Provide a basic overview of the project Present some key Hoboken issues Hear from you 3
Purpose of the Parking Master Plan Develop a vision Review the City s existing policies and procedures Present best practices from around the country and world Develop a set of recommendations 4
Project Schedule Jun Jul Aug Sep 1 st Public Meeting 2 nd Stakeholder Meeting Complete Existing Conditions Assessment Draft Master Plan Report 3 rd Stakeholder Meeting 2 nd Public Meeting Final Master Plan Report
Hoboken is an attractive city.
7 Attractive Residential Streets Image Credit: Rory Leslie
8 An Active Population
9 Quality Recreation and Vistas
A City of Change, Growth & Transit Population grew by 14,000 people (36%) from 2000 to 2013 Hoboken is a young city - 25-34 year olds are the largest age group Hoboken leads the nation in public transit to work 10
But Also a City of Cars Of Hoboken residents who work and live in car-owning households, 60% do not use those cars to get to work 9,195 Hoboken residents drive to work outside the City 8,488 Hoboken employees drive in from outside Parking is always in demand 11
Key Corridors & Garages
Why does Hoboken have a parking problem?
Why? There is high demand for parking yet most residents only use their cars occasionally A coordinated effort at managing supply and demand is necessary - There are too many permits - Too much parking is free - Parking is too inexpensive Unclear signage and policies Lack of loading zones and/or commercial policies Nonstandard system of driveways and curbcuts 14
Parking Pricing in the City How much does it cost to park for 2 hours? Wednesday, 1-3pm Permit/visitor on-street FREE! Metered Spot $2.00 Public Garage $10.00 Saturday, 9-11pm Permit/visitor on-street FREE! Metered Spot FREE! Public Garage $15.00 How much does it cost to park from 9am to 9pm on a weekday? Residential Permit Visitor Permit Metered Spot (illegally feeding) Public Garage $0.02 at $15/year $2.50 at $5/day $12.00 at $1/hour $26.00 12 hour rate 15
Guest Parking Issues Hoboken s residents and employees occupy parking otherwise intended for shoppers Garages are significantly more expensive than street spaces Metered spaces hard to find Enforcement is strict with high penalties Signage is confusing Double-parked cars and deliveries create congestion and safety hazards 16
Parking in demand throughout the day Residents all day and overnight Businesses all day and late evening for employees, high turnover spots needed for customers Restaurants evening longterm for employees,evening short-term for customers Events long-term weekend and evening 17
How is parking managed today?
Parking Management Today The intent of the parking management program is to ensure the City s parking inventory is utilized to the maximum capacity. Most blocks have residential on one side and permit/visitor on the other. Residential Side: Only available to residents with permits. Permits are issued after extensive residency and car registration verification. Visitor Side: Available to residential or other permit holders with no time limit or all others with 4-hour limit. 19
Parking Management Today - Violations Any violation with the City may result in an enforcement action. Ticket - Pay on NJ Courts website or in person at violations window in City Hall Boot - Given for parking in residential zone without permit or visitor parking over 4 hours - Call a number, pay a fine over the phone, receive unlocking code and return it to Garage D Tow - Conducted by 1 of 3 private towing companies - Owner goes to tow pound directly to pay fine & retrieve 20
Guest Parking in the City Guests have 4 parking options: - On-street at a metered space. $1/hour, 2-hour limit - On-street on permit/visitor side. FREE, 4-hour limit per day - On-street with a visitor permit. Permit must be purchased at HPU by Hoboken resident for $5/day (21 per hour) - Off-street in a public or private lot/garage. Rates variable based on time of day and day of week. 21
How can the Parking Master Plan Help?
Addressing main issues We need to manage what we have more effectively: - Simplify and clearly explain parking rules to public - Demand management - Sustainable mobility - Greater convenience for use of garages - More access to cars on an as needed basis Improve deliveries and commercial vehicle access Simplify and improve existing enforcement mechanisms 23
Draft Vision Statement The Hoboken Parking Master Plan aims to preserve public safety and enhance Hoboken s livability by: - Simplifying the management of the parking system; - Streamlining information; - Increasing the productivity of what we have; - Considering limited expansion of parking supply; - Expanding alternative transportation; and - Using technology tools to make the system easier and more welcoming for residents and visitors to use and find parking when they need it. 24
Some potential solutions for Hoboken s parking issues
Signage, Education, and Enforcement Updated, improved and condensed parking signage citywide Citywide wayfinding program to public garages Coordinated painted curbs program with explanatory signage Consistent enforcement and violation types Pedestrian walk time signage in San Francisco (Source: SFMTA) 26
Consolidated Parking Website/App Single-point web and appbased portal for all things parking Simplified language Real-time parking garage status Can be used for purchase of residential permits, guest permits, business permits, etc. Citywide information, maps and guidance Similar parking permit website in use in West Hollywood, CA 27
Dynamic Parking Pricing Meter pricing varies by location and time of day Smart meters - Real-time pricing and availability on web/app - Pay by phone/app Look to SFPark Pilot for guidance SF Park s Website: showing available curbs 28
City Parking On-Demand Convenience of parking near home without the hassle of searching for parking Residents pay to store their vehicles in areas of the City with less parking demand Option 1: Pick-up/drop-off in front of a residence or business by driver from parking operator Option 2: Residents drive vehicles themselves to this location and are shuttled home Wayfinding to available garage spaces in San Jose, CA 29
Community Transportation Hubs Create a system of small transportation hubs scattered at key points around the City 6 Hubs can put nearly the entire City within a ¼ mile (5 minute) walk Available at these centers will be: - Small amounts of permit-based parking - Bike sharing - Car sharing - Citywide shuttles - Building shuttles - Taxis Sample walking circles in Hoboken 30
Consider Changing How We Operate Eliminate free parking Increase parking pricing in metered areas Simplify the purchase & use of residential and guest permits Increase the convenience of garages Improve the appearance of parking garages Expand parking supply in strategic locations Combine with other features as described in Community Transportation Hubs 31
What s Next?
Your Chance to Comment Boards & Stickers Survey 33
Next Steps Use the feedback we gather today to: - Finalize our Existing Conditions review - Discuss with key stakeholders - Begin our Master Plan development Meet here again to discuss Master Plan development Finalize the Master Plan For further information, please visit: - www.hobokennj.org/parkingplan (website launching soon) 34
Thank You Open House until 8:30 35