While I think the city urgently needs to address its increasingly difficult parking situation, this might not be the solution. The landowner is using the space. He might not be making improvements, but he is using it. The city uses a lot just across the Bank Street alley for its own vehicles. It is usually empty. I'm not sure if they own or rent but something could be done there as well. I believe the owner of the property has a valid argument that the city is currently mismanaging available space. This lot owner opens up his space during large events and charges a reasonable fee for all day parking. This owner is parking friendly. He should not be punished by taking his land. There are many other property owners who could benefit by following his example. Instead, we have neighbors who share large lots on the other side of town and are overly protective and greedy. They squabble and argue amongst themselves and cry to the city for help but refuse to offer to help find a solution to this problem. And the city takes a cautious delicate approach because they don't want to rock the boat. It would seem that with the parking situation, the city leadership is favoring the path of least resistance rather than the right path. This one doesn't look right.

To Mayor Panto and your Goon Squad;
This is not your Land. How many 3rd st Parking spaces did you loose because of all that decorative curbing.

This is ridiculous! Mayor Panto, when will you stop this madness? You eliminated parking when 3rd St was repaved, you're increasing meter prices, and now this? What will become of the existing parking garage? Another empty lot, more retail/restuarant space, how about luxury condos that will require yet more parking?! You're taking away Easton's small town charm, it's historical integrity and making it difficult for those living here and making it the laughing stock of neighboring towns. I suppose if anything, however it will give these other areas a lesson in what not to do. I look forward to the day when I can move out of the city!

Parking garages are ugly...and at night they're dangerous. People can park in other parts of town, and walk. We all need to walk more, anyway.

I think that space would be much better off with a little re-design for additional spaces and some landscaping. A few trees or shrubs in the lot to make the city greener would be much nicer than additional garage space. Lights to make it friendly and safe at night. The city should work with the owner of the lot rather than take it over.