AGENDA CAPTION:
Title
Consider approval of Ordinance 2026 - XX, on the first of two readings, amending Chapter 82, Article 4, Division 4 of the San Marcos City Code regarding parking citations by mail to define residents who are exempt from parking fees within city parking lots; providing a savings clause; providing for the repeal of any conflicting provisions; and declaring an effective date.
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Meeting date: March 31, 2026
Department: Parks and Recreation
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Funds Required: N/A
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Fiscal Note:
Prior Council Action: City Council provided direction to expand the eligibility for the City Park Paid Parking Permit to all residents with a 78666 zip code and within the San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District boundary on January 6, 2026.
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Background Information:
During the January 6, 2026, Workshop the City Council received a staff presentation and held discussion regarding the Paid Parking Pilot Program in the City Park Parking lot.
After extensive discussion, the Council provided direction to:
? Expand City Park Parking Permit eligibility to include residents within the 78666 zip code;
? Further expand City Park Parking Pe...
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