Vancouver City Council

NOTICE OF MOTION

Proposed motion for Feb. 11, 2003 Council meeting:

MOVER: Councillor Ladner
SECONDER: Councillor

Whereas the City of Vancouver has adopted a transportation policy that puts a priority on pedestrians, transit, cycling and transportation choices

And whereas the City should be setting an example consistent with its own policy

And whereas free parking is an incentive that encourages the use of automobiles

And whereas free parking is a subsidy that is not available to employees who use other forms of transportation

Therefore be it resolved that Vancouver City Council request staff to come back with a report on the best way to eliminate free parking for city hall employees, subject to the following conditions:

_ there be no extra cost to the City of Vancouver
_ staff expected to use their cars for work on a regular basis should be exempted
_ any allowances for transportation should be equitable to all employees
_ special consideration may be given to car pool vehicles

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