1. Private Bus Regulations
Overview
Resident/Business Inquiries into Problems with Private Bus Regulations
Problems With Private Buses
Littering
Traffic Safety
Parking Near Loading Areas
Public Meetings – Traffic Commission/City Council
June 2014 – Ordinance 941 Approved
Allows bus travel on local roads
Prohibits stopping on local
roads to load passengers
Exceptions – Hotel Loading/Unloading, Emergency Situations, Cultural/Entertainment Events

2. Feedback Regarding Ordinance 941
Mostly Positive
Fewer Visibility/Traffic Safety Issues
Less Litter
Fewer Complaints Regarding Parking
Unintended Consequences
Small Businesses (Restaurants/Gift Shops)
Heavily Dependent on Tourist Traffic and “Tour” Buses
Discussions with Local Businesses to Develop Alternatives to Help Encourage Tourist Activity

3. Possible Alternatives
Modify Restriction Hours
Only for “Tour” Buses with Itinerary and Roster
Example: 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Prohibit Loading New Passengers (except at hotels)
Create Specific Bus “No Stopping” Zones
Areas that Don’t Have Enough Space to Accommodate Buses
Charlotte/Garvey – near Public Safety Center
Prospect/Garvey – near McDonald’s

4. Next Steps Feedback from Public/City Council
If Interested, work on modifications to ordinance for further consideration