Strategy 5 Implement dynamic freight loading zones into citywide curbside management efforts.

The loading and unloading of goods is a critical function in the city. Every business, whether it is a coffee shop, restaurant, small manufacturer, or office – has deliveries. While some businesses have off-street parking lots, below ground loading docks or loading bays, many businesses rely on the curb in front or the alley behind their establishment to be able to receive goods. This demand for loading zones also applies to the personal delivery of packages from online vendors or food delivery services.

This strategy focuses on laying out a path to better understand freight-related curbside demands, experimenting with how to best accommodate them, and implementing mechanisms that better manage curbside freight demands in balance with other competing curbside demands.