Troutdale residents voice parking concerns ahead of upcoming council meeting

The Troutdale Citizens Advisory Committee convened on March 5, 2025, to address pressing community concerns, primarily focusing on the ongoing parking issues exacerbated by local construction and the impending opening of new apartment complexes.

The meeting began with residents expressing their frustrations regarding the worsening parking situation. One resident highlighted that the construction parking had reached unprecedented levels, causing significant inconvenience. Concerns were raised about the proposed parking hours, which were set from 8 AM to 6 PM, as residents feared that early parking would lead to overflow from the new apartments, particularly starting at 4 PM.

Committee members acknowledged the residents' concerns but indicated that further information would need to be obtained from the City Council, specifically from Erica, who is involved in managing parking issues. The committee emphasized the importance of community input and encouraged residents to voice their concerns directly to the council.

Discussion also touched on potential solutions, including the possibility of utilizing vacant properties for additional parking. One resident suggested that an old auto mechanic building across the street could be converted into a parking lot, which could alleviate some of the pressure on street parking.

Additionally, the committee discussed the Halsey Corridor Project, which aims to create public parking and a shuttle system connecting Troutdale with neighboring areas. This initiative could potentially ease parking challenges in the future.

The meeting concluded with a reminder of the upcoming City Council meeting scheduled for March 11, 2025, at 7 PM, where residents were encouraged to attend and continue advocating for their parking concerns. The committee expressed appreciation for the community's engagement and reiterated their commitment to addressing the issues raised.