Page 32 January 2012 Parking problems allayed with use of valet services By Kyle A. Porter Mark Hoskin steps out from a valet podium and opens the driver’s car door, exchanging a claim stub for the car keys and allowing customers to alight at the entrance of the Arcadia Tavern, avoiding the hassle of parking. Hoskin works for Desert Parking, a company contracted by such neighborhood restaurants as Arcadia Tavern at 48 th Street and Indian School Road, The Vig just down the road on 40 th Street, and La Grande Orange, at 40 th Street and Campbell Avenue. In suburban Phoenix, parking historically has been plentiful and free, at individual shops and of fi ces, strip malls, and large regional malls. However, the redevelopment of existing business sites can be a challenge to new business owners. Phoenix’s Planning and Development Department works to accommodate these businesses with its adaptive reuse program established in 2007. Jason Blakely is program manager in the of fi ce of customer advocacy for the city’s planning department, and he oversees the adaptive reuse program and its in fi ll development incentives. “Parking is one of the biggest obstacles to overcome in adaptive reuse,” he said. His of fi ce reopened in June after closing last year due to budget cuts. Jim Riley is a co-owner of The Vig and when the restaurant opened in December 2006 it had just enough parking spaces to comply with city code. Still, Riley made lease arrangements with the shopping center across the street for over fl ow parking to maintain good-neighbor relations. Within a month, he added the valet service to smooth the traf fi c fl ow in the parking lot. “At fi rst, I was concerned with making the place look uppity,” Riley said. “But I learned it’s really about managing space and offering service.” Pam Vincent, general manager for The Vig, said some customers did complain about the valet, and at one point, they tried operating without the parking service. After just a few days, the valets were reinstated because the traf fi c snarl in the parking lot was unmanageable. The valet is free at lunch and costs $3 at dinner. “The valets are emissaries for us, the fi rst ones to greet our guests,” she said. Valets even pay attention to the driving capabilities of guests who have been Continued on page 44 Independent Living Personalized Assisted Living Exceptional Experiences Every Day SM 13240 North Tatum Boulevard Phoenix, Arizona 85032 www.brookdaleliving.com LEADERSHIP MATTERS Some people just make a living on the job. Our people make the difference SM . Hire one good person, treat them well; empower them to serve others – and they will find more good people to join them. That’s our company philosophy and we take special pride in the team of friendly and caring professionals who work together to serve our residents every day. As a Brookdale Senior Living ® community, nothing is more important than ensuring all our residents enjoy comfort, convenience, security and value. And whether they are working to find you the best apartment to fit your budget and lifestyle, serve a five-star meal prepared by a professional chef, or lead you on the path to an Optimum Life ® , our people make the difference. Call (602) 953-3600 or visit our community today and let us show you why and how leadership matters. Exceptional Experiences Every Day is a Service Mark of Brookdale Senior Living, Inc., 1DVKYLOOH71 86$5HJ86 3DWHQWDQG702I¿FH5239+ Kathy Livengood, Caregiver *Specials available through January 31, 2012. Not valid with any other offer. Proudly owned and operated by the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. 101 & INDIAN BEND | 480.850.4065 | TALKINGSTICKRESORT.COM Now through January 31st, take advantage of our Candlelight Specials from $70.* Dreamers dream. Winners do. Play in Style at The Spa at Talking Stick—our inspiring, 13,000 square feet, open-air spa high on the 14th floor. With private rooms, a fully-equipped fitness facility and views of Scottsdale, your body—and mind—will thank you. P e d i a t r i c D e n t i s t r y & O r t h o d o n t i c s www.camelback pedoor tho.com 44th Street & Camelback Road 602-595-3531 V isit us and see the the many ways we can care for your family. D r . J e n M i r a b e l l i B o a r d C e r t i f i e d O r t h o d o n t i s t D r . R o b M i r a b e l l i B o a r d C e r t i f i e d P e d i a t r i c D e n t i s t
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