The Area Plan Commission of Evansville convened on October 2, 2025, to discuss several key agenda items, including a proposed parking ordinance and the approval of a petition. The meeting began with a review of a petition that had been approved in the absence of its presenter, with a unanimous vote of 7-0 in favor of moving it forward to the city council.

Following this, the commission turned its attention to the proposed changes to the parking ordinance. The ordinance aims to replace the existing parking code with updated requirements that reflect current needs and usage patterns. A chart detailing the proposed changes was distributed to the members prior to the meeting, highlighting significant reductions in parking requirements for various types of establishments, including apartments, bars, and restaurants.

Commission members expressed their appreciation for the extensive work put into the ordinance, noting that it had been developed in consultation with the mayor's office, city council president, and the Department of Metropolitan Development (DMD). Despite the positive feedback from these stakeholders, some members voiced a desire for additional time to gather input from the private sector before voting on the ordinance.

After a thorough discussion, a motion was made to table the ordinance until the next meeting, allowing for further review and input. The motion received unanimous support, with all seven members voting in favor of tabling the proposal.

The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn, with members expressing their anticipation for continued discussions in the following month. The commission's next steps will involve further engagement with stakeholders regarding the parking ordinance before it is presented to the city council for consideration.