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Parking fees increase this weekend
Wednesday, February 26, 2025 by Elizabeth Pagano
Along with new regulations that will make it illegal to park in bike lanes, block an electric vehicle charging station or block special-event rights of way, the city will also be increasing parking fines. Starting March 1, parking in an intersection, parking within 30 feet of a stop sign and nonpayment in metered spaces will earn scofflaws a fine of $75. In terms of the new violations, over the next three months, the city will work on educating the public and will distribute only educational materials and warnings when violations take place.
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