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PARKING & MOBILITY

ParkBOI Rate and Product Analysis: Current hourly and monthly pass rates were implemented in spring 2022. The Agency retained Kimley-Horn to evaluate current rates and provide guidance on future pricing. Kimley-Horn is supporting a customer satisfaction survey, analysis of local Boise market trends, and benchmarking against comparable cities to inform staff recommendations on rates and product offerings. Staff previewed the proposed rates and new products with the Board at the March 2026 Board meeting and solicited public feedback from stakeholders and the community through April 10, 2026. The Agency held a public hearing on the proposed rates at the April 13, 2026. The Board adopted a modified Resolution 1963, approving adjustments for all rates except the Hotel Guest rate and the Reserved Monthly Pass rate, with an effective date of August 1, 2026. The Board then adopted Resolution 1970 at the May 2026 Board meeting, approving adjustments to the Hotel Guest rate and Reserved Monthly Pass programs. Project Lead: Zach Piepmeyer

ParkBOI Security Camera Upgrades: Current security camera coverage in ParkBOI garages is limited to vehicle gate locations, the BikeBOI storage facility, and select pay-on-foot stations. Existing camera technology is outdated, and the current video management system has limited functionality and relies on on-site video storage. The Agency plans to replace the existing system, expand camera coverage across all facilities, and implement a cloud-based video management system with enhanced video search, access, and sharing capabilities. Cator Ruma has been selected to support development of system specifications, system acquisition and installation. Services include assessing existing facilities, preparing construction documents, assisting with a Request for Proposals (RFP) for camera vendors, supporting vendor interviews and selection, and supporting installation of the new system. Cator Ruma submitted Preliminary Design documents to the Agency on April 30, 2026. The RFP is anticipated to be released in summer 2026, with installation expected to be completed by December 2026. Project Lead: Zach Piepmeyer

ParkBOI Marketing Campaign:  With the adoption of new and expanded ParkBOI pass products at the April 2026 Board meeting, the Agency is developing a marketing campaign to increase awareness and educate individual parkers, business owners and prospective downtown commercial tenants about the ParkBOI system parking opportunities and the value that ParkBOI provides to the community. This effort will include revisions to the ParkBOI.com website and targeted outreach to various audience groups. Staff are currently scoping the effort for implementation in summer 2026. Project Lead: Zach Piepmeyer & Lana Graybeal

ParkBOI Parking Operator Procurement: The current parking operator contract will expire on September 30, 2026.  In anticipation of this, the Agency released a Request for Qualifications for Parking Operator to on May 6, 2026. Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from prospective operators are due to the Agency on June 16, 2026. An evaluation committee consisting of Agency staff, a City of Boise representative, a BSU representative and the ownership partner at the 11th & Front garage will evaluate all SOQ and rank respondent firms. Staff anticipate bringing a recommendation to the Board for awarding the highest-ranked firm at the August 2026 Board meeting. The new contract is set to take effect October 1, 2026. 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 enclosure of the 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 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.

In 2025, Cushing Terrell was selected as the design professional of record and Andersen Construction as the CM/GC. Cushing Terrell has submitted the stair tower enclosure plans for permit review to the City of Boise.  The stair tower enclosure scope of work is currently out to bid, with bids due on June 11th.  Following the bid process and budget review, the Agency will seek Board approval for Amendment No. 3 to the CM/GC agreement with Andersen Construction for GMP 3 and the associated stair tower enclosure scope of work.

The building permit for the elevator modernization scope of work has been approved, with work anticipated to begin later this summer.  Andersen Construction will start on the west stair tower, with necessary electrical upgrades in the mechanical room.  Project Lead: Kassi Brown

Capitol & Main Garage Membrane Project: KPFF is the design engineer for this project and will also provide construction administration services until project completion. In the design, a roof top closure gate is being added to help prevent nighttime vandalism via burnouts on the roof.   Level 5 of the garage will receive a full membrane replacement, and new parking line striping as well as structural repairs to the elevator tower walls and roof top columns, as well as water ponding repairs on the roof deck.  Work will take place in summer 2026. Project Lead: Aaron Nelson

MAY 2026 – CCDC IN THE COMMUNITY 

Bike to Work Day

On May 15, Agency staff alongside partners Valley Regional Transit and City Cycling Club, participated in a Bike to Work Day morning event at Cherie Buckner-Webb Park. The event drew dozens of cyclists, who shared their appreciation for the safety and comfort of protected bike lanes like the 11th Street Bikeway.

Professional Development

Throughout May, CCDC staff participated in several national conferences, continuing the Agency’s commitment to professional development and industry leadership. These opportunities provided valuable insights into emerging trends, best practices, and innovative approaches that support CCDC’s work in community development, communications, human resources, and project delivery.

Project Managers Alexandra Monjar, Amy Fimbel, Megan Pape, and Kassi Brown, along with Executive Director John Brunelle, attended the Urban Land Institute (ULI) Spring Meeting in Nashville, TN. It brought together leaders in real estate, land use, and urban development to explore topics including housing, economic development, public-private partnerships, and creating resilient, thriving communities.

Communications Specialist Jenn Jackson attended the Government Social Media Conference in New Orleans, LA, the nation’s premier event for public-sector communicators. Sessions focused on social media strategy, community engagement, content creation, crisis communications, analytics, and emerging digital trends to help agencies better connect with their audiences.

Project Managers Toby Norton and Corrie Brending, along with Development Director Doug Woodruff, attended the Congress for the New Urbanism annual conference in northwest Arkansas. The event focused on creating walkable, mixed-use neighborhoods, transportation choice, housing, placemaking, and development strategies that foster vibrant, people-centered communities.

General Counsel Mary Watson attended the American Bar Association’s Construction Law Forum in Chicago, IL. The conference covered legal and regulatory developments affecting the construction industry, including contract management, risk mitigation, labor issues, project delivery methods, and dispute resolution.

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