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ParkBOI Rate and Product Analysis: Current hourly and monthly pass rates were implemented in spring 2022. The Agency selected Kimley Horn to assist with an evaluation of current rates and to make recommendations on future rates to be implemented in 2026. Kimley Horn will evaluate ParkBOI system performance, parking demand, future ParkBOI budgetary needs, local Boise market trends, as well as data from other comparable cities to develop their recommendations. Staff anticipate making a formal recommendation to the Board in early 2026 with implementation of new rates in spring 2026. Project Lead: Zach Piepmeyer

Parking Access and Revenue Collection System (PARCS) Replacement: The existing system for controlling public entry/exit and payment for parking within five of the six ParkBOI facilities is approaching 10 years in service in 2024. Although the existing system is still operational, its functionality is limited compared to newer technologies, and industry best practice is for PARCS replacement every 10 years. Through an RFQ process, the Agency selected Kimley-Horn & Associates to assist with analyzing the current facilities and current PARCS equipment, investigate current PARCS technologies on the market that would be suitable for ParkBOI facilities, lead stakeholder outreach to define desirable PARCS characteristics, assist the Agency in developing a formal Request for Proposals (RFP) to procure the new PARCS, and manage the installation and testing phase of the project.  The consultant prepared the final Existing Conditions, PARCS Assessment and Best Practices Report in late March 2024 and developed final specifications for the future PARCS system. The Agency advertised the RFP in September 2024 with proposals due on October 21, 2024. Four proposals were received by the deadline. The Agency identified Amano-McGann, Inc. as the highest ranked proposer and approved an agreement to complete the PARCS installation at the May 2025 Board Meeting. Installation of the new PARCS began in early August 2025. As of October 22, 2025, all 6 ParkBOI garages now have the new PARCS equipment fully installed and operational. Prior to final acceptance, a 30-day Operational Completion Test (OCT) will be conducted beginning October 30, 2025. Project Lead: Zach Piepmeyer

9th & Front Stair Tower Enclosure and Elevator Modernization: This two-part project at the 9th & Front ParkBOI parking garage consists of the modernization of three elevators and the potential enclosure of two stair towers. An assessment completed in early 2024 determined that the three existing parking garage elevators are approaching the end of their service life and need modernization. The garage also exhibits two external stair towers with open-air designs that require regular maintenance to ensure the structural integrity and safety of the towers. This project will address both the design for the elevator modernization and provide an alternate analysis that compares multiple ways to enclose each stair tower. This project aims to protect and extend the lifespan of CCDC’s assets, while improving the functionality of the property and ensuring a safe environment for all users. Cushing Terrell was selected as the design professional of record and Andersen Construction as the CM/GC. The Board approved Task Order 24-004 for Cushing Terrell to proceed with the full design and construction drawings for the stair tower enclosures at the November 3, 2025, meeting. The Agency will seek Board approval for Amendment No. 1 to Andersen Construction’s CM/GC Contract for work related to the elevator modernization at a future meeting. Project Lead: Kassi Brown

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