Smart Parking Meters

To drive revenue, cities turn to tech to fix their parking problems

Parking brings in $3 billion a year for state and local governments. That's why they are using new technologies to help push parking reforms aimed at streamlining enforcement and increasing revenues and environmental friendliness.

  • By Stephanie Kanowitz

Cities Try $6, $8 Hourly Parking to Cut Congestion, Pollution

Some major cities are seeking to take advantage of their street parking supply and drivers’ high demand with so-called demand-price parking.

  • By The Pew Charitable Trusts

Was Streamlining Indianapolis’ Parking System Worth It?

A public-private partnership has increased annual parking revenues from about $339,000 to more than $3.3 million, but it's sparked controversy, too.

  • By Dave Nyczepir

Smart Parking Programs Are in the Midst of a ‘Significant Growth Year’

Sensor costs are decreasing 10% to 15% yearly, too.

  • By Dave Nyczepir

When Smart Parking Meters Become Overly Sensitive

“It’s not a huge issue, but it’s a small irritating one,” according to San Jose’s transportation department.

  • By Bill Lucia
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