I have been a business owner in Downtown Carson City for more than 12 years. I have spent more than $200,000.00 of my own money to rehab my building that was built in about 1870.
I have spent more than a million dollars to stock my business with what I believe are quality antiques. We have the largest and possibly best antique shop in Nevada. I have never asked for or received any City, State or Federal funds.
Downtown Carson City has some fine restaurants and venues including the Nevada State Museum, The State Capitol Building and interesting shops.
I have attended dozens of city planning meetings, all of which have stated that on street parking would help our Downtown businesses by slowing down our traffic and making the Downtown more tourist and shopper friendly. I agree with 15 years of studies that point towards allowing on street parking on Carson Street in the Downtown area of town.
I suggest that traffic may be slowed a small amount but that taxable revenue will be generated by increased sales to help the City pay for other vital services.
I strongly support removing the unsightly metal railing in Downtown and allowing parking in Downtown Carson City on Carson Street.
If there is a cost associated with restriping the street and removing he metal fence I am more than willing to pay my share.
I have tried over the years to make Carson City a better place. I will continue to encourage better a better economy here.
Thanks for your time,
Michael Robbins
owner
Hanifin's Antiques