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IPMI Webinar: Enabling Daily Parking Decisions For Faculty and Staff: How More Granular Choice Has Reduced Parking Demand and Delighted Customers

October 14, 2020

Live Online Webcast: $35.00 for IPMI Members, $85.00 for Non-Members Description: UCLA has long been a leader in reducing drive-alone rates. Historically, this has been accomplished by subsidizing alternative transportation products. In an era of constrained resources, this approach is limited. This webinar will explore what additional gains UCLA has Read More »

NYSPTA Annual Fall Conference and Expo 2020

October 13, 2020

New York State Parking and Transportation Association 2020 Annual Fall Conference and Expo Our annual Fall Conference is scheduled for October 13th-15th in Watkins Glen, NY at the Harbor Hotel. More details this Summer 2020. Join NYSPTA in Glen, NY this fall for our annual conference and expo! Come out Read More »

PARKSMART ADVISOR — ONLINE, INSTRUCTOR-LED TRAINING — OCTOBER 13, 2020

Parksmart Advisors lead clients through the certification process for sustainable parking structures. The Parksmart program is now offered under by the USGBC/GBCI alongside the suite of LEED and other sustainability rating systems. IPMI is the USGBC Education Partner providing the education required to earn this valuable certificate. This is a four-day Read More »

NEPC Charity Golf Tournament

October 8, 2020

REGISTRATION OPEN NOW! Annual Golf Tournament Thursday October 8th, 2020 8:00 AM -3:00 PM Wayland Country Club – Wayland, MA Join your fellow NEPC charity supporters on Thursday, October 8th, 2020  to support the Annual NEPC Charity Golf Tournament. Schedule: 8:00 AM – Registration, Lunch and Driving Range 9:00 PM Read More »

2020 IPMI Leadership Summit

IPMI Members-Only Event Save the Date: October 8-9, 2020 Raleigh, NC Contact us to be added to the pre-registration list at events@parking-mobility.org.

Southwest Parking and Transportation Association (SWPTA): Annual Fall Conference 2020

September 28, 2020

If it’s September, it’s SWPTA time at the Golden Nugget. Come see how SWPTA holds a Conference. No more boring presentations, we make learning about parking fun. Enjoy interactive presentations from both our sponsors and a group of very talented speakers that know their parking stuff Join SWPTA back in Read More »

Carolinas Parking & Mobility Association (CPMA) 2020 Annual Conference & Trade Show

September 22, 2020

CPMA 2020 ANNUAL CONFERENCE & TRADESHOW Embassy Suites, North Charleston Charleston, SC September 22-25, 2020 Hotel Room Reservations: Call 1-800-228-9290 Mention “Carolinas Parking and Mobility Association conference” to receive the CPMA rate. Room rate reservation cut-off date = September 3, 2019 Register Now

Online Instructor Led Course: Finance & Auditing for Parking, Transportation, and Mobility Pros

September 17, 2020

Registration Opening soon Course Objective: TBD  

IPMI Webinar: How to Increase Retention and Boost Team Culture

September 9, 2020

Live Online Webcast: $35.00 for IPMI Members, $85.00 for Non-Members Description: Join this webinar to understand how to analyze your team’s culture and other’s experiences and ideas. Nicole will lead a webinar packed with information fostered around what it takes to build a superior sales team, what a healthy team Read More »

MENA Transport Projects Forum: Arab Transport Development & Integration Conference

September 8, 2020

MENA Transport Projects is a regional gathering of government officials, project owners, contractors, consultants, private investors and solution providers from across the transport sector to discuss transport planning and masterplans, latest design and engineering strategies, future transportation demand planning, project investment models for the development of the regional transport ecosystem Read More »

IPMI Webinar: Considering an Alternative to Adaptive Reuse

August 12, 2020

Live Online Webcast: $35.00 for IPMI Members, $85.00 for Non-Members Description: This presentation will explore how we need to be adaptive in our mindset on how we manage and implement parking in our downtowns and on our campuses, looking at exterior factors like growth, changing transportation demographics, and evolving policies Read More »

PARKSMART ADVISOR — ONLINE, INSTRUCTOR-LED TRAINING — August 4, 2020

August 4, 2020

Parksmart Advisors lead clients through the certification process for sustainable parking structures. The Parksmart program is now offered under by the USGBC/GBCI alongside the suite of LEED and other sustainability rating systems. IPMI is the USGBC Education Partner providing the education required to earn this valuable certificate. This is a Read More »

Online Instructor Led Course: Analysis and Application of Technology

July 30, 2020

About the course:  The development and introduction of new technology in all aspects of our lives is happening at a pace never experienced before. This is certainly true in how we manage and conduct business in the parking and mobility sector. In this session we will discuss new and emerging Read More »

2020 Midwest Regional Parking & Mobility Conference hosted by IPMI

July 29, 2020

Online Instructor Led Course: Analysis and Application of Technology

July 28, 2020

About the course:  The development and introduction of new technology in all aspects of our lives is happening at a pace never experienced before. This is certainly true in how we manage and conduct business in the parking and mobility sector. In this session we will discuss new and emerging Read More »

CANCELLED-Pacific Intermountain Parking & Transportation Association (PIPTA) 2020 Conference and Expo

July 22, 2020

CANCELLED       In place of the PIPTA Conference & Expo, we are planning other ways for our community to stay connected with each other through a combination of locally hosted events (presuming Fall 2020) and webinars.  We will share additional details in the coming months.  Please keep an Read More »

Online Instructor Led Learning: Wicked Problem Solving – July 16, 2020

July 16, 2020

Two Day Course –  July 14, 2020 and July 16, 2020, 1:00 PM ET Cost to attend: $150 for IPMI members; $300 for non-members.   In this intermediate level course, industry leaders will be provided wicked problems and practice how to solve them. Learn what makes a problem  wicked. The Read More »

IPMI Webinar: Reimagining a Sustainable, Resilient Workforce for Curbside Management

July 15, 2020

Live Online Webcast: $35.00 for IPMI Members, $85.00 for Non-Members Description: There is disruption occurring across cities relating to curbside management. Between innovation and intensifying mobility demands, the traditional management of the curb is being jostled to meet those demands. In municipalities across the US, there is recognition to have Read More »

Florida Parking & Transportation Association (FPTA) 2020 Educational Seminar

SAVE THE DATE July 15-16, 2020 FPTA Mid-Year Educational Seminars Join FPTA, July 15-16,2020, for our Annual Mid-Year Educational Seminar. This year, FPTA goes virtual and will offer four robust sessions over the two days. Details on the sessions and information to register coming soon. Reminder that FPTA offers this event Read More »

Online Instructor Led Learning: Wicked Problem Solving- July 14, 2020

July 14, 2020

Two Day Course –  July 14, 2020 and July 16, 2020, 1:00 PM ET Cost to attend: $150 for IPMI members; $300 for non-members.   In this intermediate level course, industry leaders will be provided wicked problems and practice how to solve them. Learn what makes a problem  wicked. The Read More »

Frontline Fridays: Effective Communication: The Importance of Active Listening – June 30, 2020

June 30, 2020

Effective Communication: The Importance of Active Listening Discuss effective communication methods and techniques that can be used when interacting with difficult customers. Instructor: Cindy Campbell Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.

Frontline Fridays: How to Succeed in a Changing Workplace – Session 3: Changing Group Dynamics – June 30, 2020

How to Succeed in a Changing Workplace (Three Part Series) – Session 3: Changing Group Dynamics Review the three phases of change and steps to effectively implement change. Instructor: Kim Jackson, CAPP Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.

Frontline Fridays: Team Dynamics and their Effect on Organizational Agility – June 26, 2020

June 26, 2020

Team Dynamics and their Effect on Organizational Agility Identify challenging team dynamics, recognize the effects of organizational change, and review the steps required to improve individual and organizational responsiveness. Instructor: Cindy Campbell Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.

Frontline Fridays: Effective Business Communication – June 26, 2020

Effective Business Communication Identify key communication issues; create concise, on-topic communication; and explore the concept of win/win communication opportunities. Instructor: Matt Penney Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.

IPMI Course: APO Site Reviewer Course – Session 4

June 25, 2020

Session Dates: June 16, 18, 23, and 25th 2020 from 11:00 am ET to 12:30 ET for each of the four sessions. Participants must attend all four sessions and pass the end of course assessment to become an APO Site Reviewer. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be Read More »

Frontline Fridays: Key Components to Composing Effective Emails – June 23, 2020

June 23, 2020

Key Components to Composing Effective Emails Review the potential benefits and detriments of email communication and explore ways to resolve issues and make effective connections with email recipients. Instructor: Matt Penney Limited to 25 registrants.  Registration coming soon. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.

Frontline Fridays: How to Succeed in a Changing Workplace – Session 3: Changing Group Dynamics – June 23, 2020

How to Succeed in a Changing Workplace (Three Part Series) – Session 3: Changing Group Dynamics Review the three phases of change and steps to effectively implement change. Instructor: Kim Jackson, CAPP Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.

IPMI Course: APO Site Reviewer Course – Session 3

Session Dates: June 16, 18, 23, and 25th 2020 from 11:00 am ET to 12:30 ET for each of the four sessions. Participants must attend all four sessions and pass the end of course assessment to become an APO Site Reviewer. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be Read More »

Frontline Fridays: How to Succeed in a Changing Workplace (Three-part Series) – Session 2: Identifying the Phases of Change- June 19, 2020

June 19, 2020

How to Succeed in a Changing Workplace (Three Part Series)  Session 2: Identifying the Phases of Change Review the three phases of change and steps to effectively implement change. Instructor: Kim Jackson, CAPP Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.

Frontline Fridays: Developing Workplace Resilience – June 19, 2020

Developing Workplace Resilience Review the concept of workplace resilience, discuss the importance of developing personal and professional resilience, and identify individual “attitude anchors” to maintain resilience. Instructor: Cindy Campbell Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.

IPMI Training: APO Site Reviewer Course – Session 2

June 18, 2020

Session Dates: June 16, 18, 23, and 25th 2020 from 11:00 am ET to 12:30 ET for each of the four sessions. Participants must attend all four sessions and pass the end of course assessment to become an APO Site Reviewer. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be Read More »

IPMI Webinar: ASU’s Campus Access Management: Student safety, curb management and multi-modal access.

June 17, 2020

Live Online Webcast: $35.00 for IPMI Members, $85.00 for Non-Members Description: Arizona State University has done over the past five years to create a safe environment for pedestrians to be able to walk around campus without being hit by skateboarders, bikes, carts, and facility vehicles.  This case study will start Read More »

Frontline Fridays: Our Role in Resolving Workplace Conflict- June 16, 2020

June 16, 2020

Managing Conflict: Our Role in Resolving Workplace Conflict Review the four sources of workplace conflict, explore resolution strategies based on the needs of others, and examine the importance of active listening. Instructor: Cindy Campbell Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.

Frontline Fridays: How to Succeed in a Changing Workplace – Session 2: Identifying the Phases of Change – June 16, 2020

How to Succeed in a Changing Workplace (Three Part Series) Review the three phases of change and steps to effectively implement change. Session 2: Identifying the Phases of Change Instructor: Kim Jackson, CAPP Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.

IPMI Course: APO Site Reviewer Course – Session 1

Session Dates: June 16, 18, 23, and 25th 2020 from 11:00 am ET to 12:30 ET for each of the four sessions. Participants must attend all four sessions and pass the end of course assessment to become an APO Site Reviewer. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be Read More »

Frontline Fridays: How to Succeed in a Changing Workplace, Session 1: Understanding Your Reaction to Change- June 12, 2020

June 12, 2020

Frontline Fridays: How to Succeed in a Changing Workplace, Session 1: Understanding Your Reaction to Change Define workplace change and describe the change IQ continuum. Instructor: Kim Jackson, CAPP Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.

Frontline Fridays: Effective Business Communication – June 12, 2020

June 12, 2020  1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EDT Effective Business Communication Identify key communication issues; create concise, on-topic communication; and explore the concept of win/win communication opportunities. Instructor: Matt Penney Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.

Frontline Fridays: Effective Communication: The Importance of Active Listening – June 9, 2020

June 9, 2020

Effective Communication: The Importance of Active Listening Discuss effective communication methods and techniques that can be used when interacting with difficult customers. Instructor: Cindy Campbell Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.

Frontline Fridays: How to Succeed in a Changing Workplace, Session 1: Understanding Your Reaction to Change – June 9, 2020

How to Succeed in a Changing Workplace, Session 1: Understanding Your Reaction to Change Define workplace change and describe the change IQ continuum. This is a 3 Session Course Instructor: Kim Jackson, CAPP Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.

Frontline Fridays: Understanding Your Role in Effective Customer Service – June 5, 2020

June 5, 2020

Understanding Your Role in Effective Customer Service Learn basic concepts related to the delivery of customer service, including dimensions of customer service and customer acknowledgment. Instructor: Cindy Campbell Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.

Frontline Fridays: Key Components to Composing Effective Emails – June 5, 2020

Key Components to Composing Effective Emails Review the potential benefits and detriments of email communication and explore ways to resolve issues and make effective connections with email recipients. Instructor: Matt Penney Limited to 25 registrants.  Registration coming soon. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.

IPMI Parking & Mobility Virtual Conference & Expo

June 1, 2020

REGISTER HERE.  IPMI’s 2020 Virtual Parking & Mobility Conference & Expo will be packed with more than 40 sessions and 100 speakers, immersive deep-dive sessions for attendees to explore key topics, presentations from some of the most innovative organizations, and opportunities to engage and foster collaborations and build lasting relationships.  Read More »

Free Online Shoptalk: Frontline Staff – Challenges & Successes in the Time of COVID-19

May 29, 2020

Free Online Shoptalk: Frontline Staff – Challenges & Successes in the Time of COVID-19 Friday May 29, 2020,  2:00 pm – 3:00 pm ET Pre-registration required to attend. Free to all industry professionals In response to the current pandemic, our frontline staff are tasked to carry out their work assignments Read More »

Free IPMI Webinar: Self-Care for Leaders During Crisis

May 28, 2020

Offered by Presented By: Andi Campbell, Senior Vice President, People and Culture, LAZ Parking. Navigating the “usual” leadership and management work, coupled with providing 24/7 consult, comfort and crisis-management for COVID-19 pandemic, has become the new normal for industry leaders. But, the emotional impact of urgent demands – like developing Read More »

Member News: Propark Mobility Launches Certified CleanCo Parking and Transportation Program in Response to COVID-19

May 26, 2020

May 26, 2020 Hartford, Connecticut – Propark Mobility announced today that the company’s CleanCo division will be providing industry-leading comprehensive cleaning and sanitation programs for parking and transportation operations across the country, in response to the COVID-19 global pandemic. “We are living in a new world, which requires different processes Read More »

The Parking Podcast Episode E29: An Interview with Todd Tucker and a Conversation about Veterans in Parking

Todd Tucker, JD, CAPP,  Senior Vice President and General Counsel with Arrive discusses learning, Arrive and Veterans in Parking. Check it out here https://www.parkingcast.com/

A New (Ab)Normal

By Chris Lechner, CAPP As the U.S. begins to open up in ways large and small, the mobility industry is preparing for a broad range of outcomes. There are two fundamental questions facing all of us: How many people are coming back to our venues? How are they going to Read More »

2020 AOE Gallery: Automated Disability Cart Service

May 25, 2020

2020 AOE Gallery: Nebraska Medical Center, Lot 1 Restoration

2020 AOE Gallery: San Francisco International Airport Garage

2020 AOE Gallery: Terminal Garage, Nashville International Airport

2020 AOE Gallery: Center Street Garage

IPMI News: Our Team has Gone Virtual too!

May 23, 2020

Get to know us, and be sure to connect during #IPMI2020!

Frontline Fridays: Team Dynamics and their Effect on Organizational Agility

May 22, 2020

Team Dynamics and their Effect on Organizational Agility Identify challenging team dynamics, recognize the effects of organizational change, and review the steps required to improve individual and organizational responsiveness. Instructor: Cindy Campbell Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.  

Frontline Fridays: Developing Workplace Resilience

Developing Workplace Resilience Review the concept of workplace resilience, discuss the importance of developing personal and professional resilience, and identify individual “attitude anchors” to maintain resilience. Instructor: Cindy Campbell Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.

Real-life Connections in a Virtual World

By Kim Fernandez Raise your hand if big-event networking can be a little overwhelming. Now raise it if the thought of that same networking during a virtual event makes your head hurt a little bit. I thought so. As it turns out—and this was news to me—virtual networking is a Read More »

Member News: Park Assist Chosen to Transform Parking at Circa Resort & Casino’s Garage Mahal

May 21, 2020

LAS VEGAS, NV – May 21st, 2020 – Park Assist® has been awarded the Parking Guidance System (PGS) contract for the Garage Mahal facility at Circa Resort & Casino. The new hotel and casino, currently under construction, is located on the famous Fremont Street Experience in downtown Las Vegas. It Read More »

SRA News: MAPA 2020 Scholarship Extends to June 30th

MAPA 2020 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS NOW AVAILABLE DEADLINE EXTENDED TO JUNE 30TH! Each year MAPA awards Scholarships to deserving students. The award(s) are for one academic year. Applicants may reapply for subsequent years but may only win once The scholarship award may be used towards an accredited institution of higher learning or Read More »

Member News: What Automatic Access Control Systems Can do for Car Parks in This New Reality

  May 21, 2020 Interaction is natural and it is an inherent need of every human being. Nevertheless, latest technologies lead to avoiding human contact and simplifying lives thanks to automation. This path to the future based on avoiding interaction has been accelerated by the Covid19 situation. Considering the trend Read More »

Reassessing Mobility Technology

By John Nolan, CAPP, MSM Why do we spend so much money on business technology? We do so to help leverage our operations and improve business outcomes. These outcomes include our ability to deliver timely and accurate information—information that improves service outcomes but at the same time increases customer expectations. Read More »

Free Online Shoptalk: How to Not Suck at Virtual Networking

May 20, 2020

Friday May 15, 2020  11 am-12 pm ET   Free to all industry professionals Access Recording here   Networking is such a personal activity—it is not a one-size-fits-all practice. It’s easy to get bogged down in the details and miss out on the foundation of how to build and retain Read More »

Learning from COVID-19: Connecting with the Research Community

By Stephanie Dock, AICP, and Katherine Kortum, PhD, PE This blog post is part of a special series on curb management and COVID-19. A joint effort of the International Parking & Mobility Institute, Transportation for America, and Institute of Transportation Engineer’s Complete Streets Council, this series strives to document the Read More »

Stand Strong Even if You Stand Alone

May 19, 2020

By Tope Longe The world has been rocked by unprecedented occurrence. The norm, as we know it, faltered. Many have been thrown into incomprehensible situations. Many more are likely to be. Change in status quo. Transition too! Transition is “the process or a period of changing from one state or Read More »

Free Online Shoptalk: Municipalities, Finance, & Recovery: Current Challenges and Next Steps

May 18, 2020

Wednesday May 13, 2020- 2:00 PM EST Free Online Shoptalk: Municipalities, Finance, & Recovery: Current Challenges and Next Steps Free to all Industry Professionals Access the Recording here   Join IPMI for our next online Shoptalk diving into cars, cash, and financial impacts to operations. Open to all, moderator Tiffany Read More »

London Begins Reopening, Sees Commute Demands Change

London, England, has begun emerging from its COVID-19 shutdown and, according to the Evening Standard, is already seeing changes to demand for different commuting modes: Forty percent of Londoners say they’re hesitant to use the Tube rail system. Before COVID-19, 58 percent of people working in the city used the Read More »

Frontline Fridays: Our Role in Resolving Workplace Conflict

May 15, 2020

Managing Conflict: Our Role in Resolving Workplace Conflict Review the four sources of workplace conflict, explore resolution strategies based on the needs of others, and examine the importance of active listening. Instructor: Cindy Campbell Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.

Frontline Fridays: Effective Business Communication

Effective Business Communication Identify key communication issues; create concise, on-topic communication; and explore the concept of win/win communication opportunities. Instructor: Matt Penney Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.

Free Online Shoptalk: How to Not Suck at Virtual Networking

Free Online Shoptalk: How to Not Suck at Virtual Networking Friday May 15, 2020  11 am-12 pm ET Free to all industry professionals Access Recording here   Networking is such a personal activity—it is not a one-size-fits-all practice. It’s easy to get bogged down in the details and miss out Read More »

A 10-Point Roadmap for the New Normal in Parking and Mobility

By Kevin White, AICP Like many other sectors of the economy, the parking and mobility industry has been affected significantly by the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite significant impacts on revenue, staffing, and other functions, municipal operations have deftly adjusted to local conditions and are planning in earnest for an uncertain future Read More »

Member News: Associated Time Becomes An Official Parker Technology Dealer

May 14, 2020

May 14, 2020 – Parker Technology today announced a new dealer partnership with Associated Time Instruments, out of Dallas, TX. The relationship will involve collaborative sales and marketing efforts to incorporate Parker’s customer service offering as a value-added differentiator to Associated Time’s parking installation projects. “We are thrilled to partner Read More »

Are Parking Minimums a Thing of the Past?

By Jonathan Wicks, CAPP In this time of evolving transportation needs and consumer preferences, municipalities and developers are asking: Are old-school parking minimums applicable to today’s usage? Developers often find them inflexible, frustrating, and costly. The planning community is increasingly opposed to parking minimums, concerned that they perpetuate an auto-centric nature of Read More »

Free Online Shoptalk: Municipalities, Finance, & Recovery: Current Challenges and Next Steps

May 13, 2020

Wednesday May 13, 2020- 2:00 PM EST Free Online Shoptalk: Municipalities, Finance, & Recovery: Current Challenges and Next Steps Pre-Registration is required to attend. Free to all Industry Professionals Access the Recording here   Join IPMI for our next online Shoptalk diving into cars, cash, and financial impacts to operations. Read More »

CAPP Scholarships

By: Justin Grunert M.S.M. I recently wrote a blog about the virtual conference that IPMI will be hosting in a few weeks. Please feel free to read it. I do want to restate; I hope you will be able to attend! I know that many organizations have suspended unnecessary spending Read More »

COVID-19 & the Curb: Private Sector Works to Adapt and Offer Creative Solutions

This post is part of a special series on curb management and COVID-19. A joint effort of International Parking and Mobility Institute (IPMI), Transportation for America, and Institute of Transportation Engineer’s Complete Streets Council, this series strives to document the immediate curbside-related actions and responses to COVID-19, as well as Read More »

Member News: Heart of the Park Partners Band Together to Feed Baltimore

May 12, 2020

May 5, 2020 We’re at our best when we all work together. Since its late March launch, Heart of the Park, a partnership between Harbor Park Garage and several local organizations and businesses, has distributed about 13,000 meals to Baltimoreans in need and to those on the front lines, serving Read More »

Member News: Borough of Belmar, New Jersey, Bringing contactless payments to beachfront parking with ParkMobile

ParkMobile app will allow users to pay for parking on their mobile device. ParkMobile, the leading provider of smart parking and mobility solutions in the United States, has partnered with the Borough of Belmar, New Jersey, to allow residents and visitors to pay for parking through their mobile devices. The Read More »

The Parking Podcast Episode E28: An Interview with Dennis Burns and Conversation about Consulting

Dennis Burns, CAPP, Senior Practice Builder with Kimley-Horn, discusses consulting, strategic plans and Frisbee golf. Check it out here https://www.parkingcast.com/

Parking, COVID, and Universities

By David M. Feehan I have spent the last couple of years working to strengthen a business district organization in Dinkytown, the district adjacent to the main campus of the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. This historic district is the place where Bob Zimmerman from Hibbing, Minn., got his start Read More »

Analysis & Application of Technology Course

May 11, 2020

The development and introduction of new technology in all aspects of our lives is happening at a pace never experienced before. This is certainly true in how we manage and conduct business in the parking and mobility sector. In this session we will discuss new and emerging technologies, the associated Read More »

Parksmart Advisor Training

  Parksmart Advisors lead clients through the certification process for sustainable parking structures. The Parksmart program is now offered under by the USGBC/GBCI alongside the suite of LEED and other sustainability rating systems. IPMI is the USGBC Education Partner providing the education required to earn this valuable certificate. This is a Read More »

Member News: CurbTrac Assembles Industry Leaders to Innovate on COVID-19 Response with Clean Driver Program

Pilot Grubhub Program Held in Philadelphia Philadelphia, PA, May 8, 2020 – In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, CurbTrac, a technology innovator in the parking and mobility industries, has launched the Clean Driver Program in partnership with ParkMobile, ParkOps, and Ballparc. The Clean Driver Program provides turn-key solutions for Transportation Read More »

Free Online Shoptalk: Leadership on Their Terms to Ease Stress and Enable Focus

Wednesday May 6, 2020- 2:00 PM EST Free Online Shoptalk: Leadership on Their Terms to Ease Stress and Enable Focus Free to all Industry Professionals Access the Recording here IPMI invites all industry professionals in parking, transportation, and mobility to discuss how the COVID-19 crisis has impacted your various mobility Read More »

Parking Officer Documents Pandemic with Photography

A Sausalito, Calif., parking enforcement officer is finding purpose and some positive attention putting a passion to work during COVID-19. Beth DiLego, who holds an art degree from Endicott College, has taken her camera along while patrolling as a city parking officer, documenting both empty streets and storefronts and returning Read More »

Frontline Fridays: Effective Communication: The Importance of Active Listening

May 8, 2020

Effective Communication: The Importance of Active Listening Discuss effective communication methods and techniques that can be used when interacting with difficult customers. Instructor: Cindy Campbell Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.  

Frontline Fridays: How to Succeed in a Changing Workplace – Session 3: Changing Group Dynamics

How to Succeed in a Changing Workplace (Three Part Series) – Session 3: Changing Group Dynamics Review the three phases of change and steps to effectively implement change. Instructor: Kim Jackson, CAPP Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.  

Member News: Introducing Park Assist’s Latest Signage Solution: LCD-NAV

Park Assist is excited to announce its new LCD-NAV signage solution. Park Assist’s latest sign is both dynamic and customizable for real-time content updates. Increased customer engagement. With the ability to communicate a variety of dynamic messages, the LCD-NAV sign provides up-to-the-minute content updates to all customers. From guidance to maintenance Read More »

Member News: Penn Parking Develops More than 3,000 Face Shields for COVID-19 Healthcare Workers

May 7, 2020- Penn Parking, a Maryland-based parking management company, recently wrapped up the Herculean effort of handcrafting 3,300 PPE face shields for healthcare workers throughout Maryland, Virginia and DC area. The shields are to assist in the fight against COVID-19. Penn Parking leadership, staff and friends worked together to Read More »

My First Virtual Conference

By Justin Grunert In the wake of the Coronavirus pandemic, IPMI decided to transition from an in-person Conference to a virtual event. Our first priority was to keep all of our attendees, sponsors, and vendors safe. It saddens me that I won’t be able to see many of you in Read More »

Member News: ParkHub Launches ‘Attendant Academy’ to Support Industry Advancement During the COVID-19 Crisis

May 7, 2020

The company’s online courses aim to help prospective parking professionals develop skills for future employment. DALLAS, May 7th, 2020 — ParkHub, the leading B2B parking technology company, has launched online courses designed to support the professional advancement of parking attendants during the COVID-19 crisis. The curriculum, coined Attendant Academy, provides Read More »

Leadership is Not Complicated

By Perry H Eggleston, CAPP, DPA During the last 30 years, I have seen much written and taught on leadership. I attended leadership courses and read many books that provided step-by-step instruction. I became overwhelmed with all the “right” ways to become a leader. I did realize that leadership is Read More »

Free Online Shoptalk: Leadership on Their Terms to Ease Stress and Enable Focus

May 6, 2020

Wednesday May 6, 2020- 2:00 PM EST Free Online Shoptalk: Leadership on Their Terms to Ease Stress and Enable Focus Pre-Registration is required to attend Free to all Industry Professionals Access the Recording here IPMI invites all industry professionals in parking, transportation, and mobility to discuss how the COVID-19 crisis Read More »

IPMI News: IPMI Partners with City Tech to Launch the Millennium Gateway Innovation Lab

IPMI Partners with City Tech to Launch the Millennium Gateway Innovation Lab, a Cross-Sector Collaboration to Help Shape the Future of the Parking Industry May 6, 2020 In partnership with the International Parking & Mobility Institute, City Tech Collaborative is launching a new Millennium Gateway Innovation Lab, a cross-sector consortium Read More »

Member News: Flowbird Uses Advanced Technology To Limit Contact During Transactions

May 6th, 2020 Company focuses on reducing germ spread while supporting city financial health Moorestown, NJ – Flowbird Group has announced recent developments that limit the amount of physical interaction with its parking kiosks and an alternative to avoid the kiosks altogether. The leader in curbside management, having been involved Read More »

Curbside Management in a Recurring Emergency Scenario: A Municipal Perspective

By Benito O. Pérez, AICP CTP, CPM; and David Carson Lipscomb, MCP This post is part of a special series on curb management and COVID-19. A joint effort of IPMI, Transportation for America, and ITE’s Complete Streets Council, this series strives to document the immediate curbside-related actions and responses to Read More »

COVID-19 Information Clearinghouse: Useful Websites and Links

May 5, 2020

Access all COVID-19 related Useful Websites & Links here. To search all resources by keyword, search the Resource Library. Submit Postings Here   May 6, 2020: Center for Disease and Control Prevention: COVID-19 Critical Infrastructure Sector Response Planning May 5, 2020: American Public Transportation Association(APTA): Public Transit Response to Coronavirus Read More »

COVID-19 Information Clearinghouse: Events and Education

Read all the COVID-19 Information Events & Education postings here. To search all resources by keyword, search the Resource Library. Submit Postings Here   Member Post: May 26, 2020: Beyond the Curve: Post-Pandemic Back to Work for Employees and Employers , Shared by NEPC & NYSPTA Member Post: May 25, Read More »

COVID-19 Information Clearinghouse: Resources and Documents

Read all the COVID-19 Information Resource and Document postings here. To search all resources by keyword, search the Resource Library. Submit Postings Here   IPMI Post: May, 26, 2020: Montreal, Laval public transit agencies hand out free masks amid COVID-19 pandemic, shared by Global News IPMI Post: May 26, 2020: Read More »

Member News: Kimley-Horn Named Best Workplace in Consulting & Professional Services 2020

Kimley-Horn is excited to be again named one of the Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services by Great Place to Work®. More than 357,000 U.S. employees were anonymously surveyed about 60 elements related to how their company creates a Great Place to Work For All™, including experiences of innovation, leadership Read More »

Embracing Technology: Enhance Customer Protection and Experience

By Jon Martens, CAPP, AICP Major changes have occurred since the mandatory COVID-19 restrictions. Social distancing and PPE (personal protective equipment) have become common discussion points. Grocery stores have added cashier shields, marked spacing on the floor, metered customers, and facemasks. Several retail stores are pushing scan-and-go options to allow Read More »

2020 IPMI Sustainability Framework

May 4, 2020

International Parking & Mobility Institute’s Framework on Sustainability for  Design, Management & Operations Revised on March 2020 Sustainability in parking and transportation means meeting “the needs of today without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.”1 To be successful, transportation solutions and sustainable practices should balance Read More »

Micro-mobility Providers Offer Transportation to Hospital and Essential Workers

Even as micro-mobility providers struggle to operate during COVID-19 shutdowns, they’re also being offered as transportation options for health care workers and first responders trying to get to work while social distancing. In Baltimore, Md., Lime is deploying about 50 e-scooters near several downtown hospitals and the Inner Harbor area, Read More »

Frontline Fridays: Key Components to Composing Effective Emails

May 1, 2020

Key Components to Composing Effective Emails Review the potential benefits and detriments of email communication and explore ways to resolve issues and make effective connections with email recipients. Instructor: Matt Penney Limited to 25 registrants.  Registration coming soon. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three frontline Friday sessions.

Frontline Fridays: How to Succeed in a Changing Workplace – Session 2: Identifying the Phases of Change

How to Succeed in a Changing Workplace (Three Part Series) Review the three phases of change and steps to effectively implement change. Session 2: Identifying the Phases of Change Instructor: Kim Jackson, CAPP Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.  

All Heroes Don’t Wear Capes

By Shawn Conrad, CAE I was tempted to focus this post on what potential changes our industry will experience when stay-at-home orders are lifted and we look at life post-pandemic. But as I work through my fifth week of sheltering in place, I’d like to offer an observation on the Read More »

Member News: Westward Industries –GO-4 Parking-Specific Vehicles Now with LPR Friendly Dashboard

April 30, 2020

Let your vehicle become your office! Westward Industries is now the first manufacturer of parking-specific vehicles to offer custom dashboard features turning your dash into a workstation. Developed specifically based on insight and requests from users incorporating license-plate recognition technologies, these features are designed to enhance the experience of parking Read More »

Member News: SKIDATA Names Matt Gambardella Sales Manager for Denver Office

Denver, CO (April 30, 2020)—SKIDATA has named Matt Gambardella to oversee sales for the company’s Denver office. In his new role, Gambardella will manage all new business development and project management throughout Colorado. He joins the Denver office from SKIDATA’s Las Vegas office, where he served as a sales professional. Read More »

Parksmart Advisor – Online, Instructor-Led Training – April 30, 2020

Parksmart Advisors lead clients through the certification process for sustainable parking structures. The Parksmart program is now offered under by the USGBC/GBCI alongside the suite of LEED and other sustainability rating systems. IPMI is the USGBC Education Partner providing the education required to earn this valuable certificate. This is a four-day Read More »

Free Online Shoptalk: Planning for Future Municipal On-Street Operations

Wednesday April 29, 2020 @ 2:00-3:30 PM EST Free Online Shoptalk: Planning for Future Municipal On-Street Operations Free to all Industry Professionals Access recording here IPMI invites all industry professionals in parking, transportation, and mobility to discuss how the COVID-19 crisis has impacted your various mobility programs and options, including Read More »

Parking and the Autonomous Future

By Josh Naramore There has been a tremendous amount of media attention the last few years offering prognostications and insight into a future where autonomous vehicles are the norm. For the City of Grand Rapids, Mich., the future has merged with the present. In July 2019, the city with partners Read More »

Free Online Shoptalk: Planning for Future Municipal On-Street Operations

April 29, 2020

Wednesday April 29, 2020- 2:00 PM EST Free Online Shoptalk: Planning for Future Municipal On-Street Operations Access Recording here IPMI invites all industry professionals in parking, transportation, and mobility to discuss how the COVID-19 crisis has impacted your various mobility programs and options, including how we plan for municipal on Read More »

SRA News: Texas Parking and Transportation Association (TPTA) Announces the Establishment of the Marc Denson Scholarship Fund

The Texas Parking and Transportation Association Board of Directors is pleased to announce the establishment of the Marc Denson Scholarship Fund. The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial support those who seek to build a career in the parking and transportation or public sector. Scholarship applicants will be Read More »

Member News: FlashParking introduces SAFEValet

Elevated trust and safety with a touchless and ticketless valet experience SAFEValet is a ticketless, trustworthy valet experience that stands up to the demands of our world today, especially during COVID-19. By leveraging the valet technology that FlashParking customers already have access to, this comprehensive solution adds a few key Read More »

The Parking & Mobility Industry Comes Together in a Time of Need

By Brett Wood, CAPP, PE This blog is part of a special series on curb management and COVID-19. A joint effort of IPMI, Transportation for America, and ITE, this series strives to document the immediate curbside-related actions and responses to COVID-19, as well as create a knowledge base of strategies Read More »

Parksmart Advisor Training – April 28, 2020 (sold out)

April 28, 2020

Parksmart Advisors lead clients through the certification process for sustainable parking structures. The Parksmart program is now offered under by the USGBC/GBCI alongside the suite of LEED and other sustainability rating systems. IPMI is the USGBC Education Partner providing the education required to earn this valuable certificate. This is a four-day Read More »

Member News: Salt Lake City International Airport chooses Park Assist

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – April 28th, 2020 – Park Assist® has been awarded the Parking Guidance System (PGS) contract for Salt Lake City International Airport’s latest parking garage. Salt Lake City is building a new International Airport (SLC) to replace the existing structure. Serving more than 26 million passengers Read More »

New Curb Management Challenges

By Casey Jones, CAPP I read in the Idaho Statesman that our governor has extended the stay-at-home order in Idaho until April 30. This is not a surprise to me given the abundance of caution across the country. What is surprising is the governor’s adjustment to non-essential business. “Any facility Read More »

The Parking Podcast Episode (E27): An Interview with Rachel Yoka, CAPP and a Conversation About APO

Rachel Yoka, Vice President of Program Development at IPMI, discusses APO Certification, IPMI and CrossFit. Check it out here. https://www.parkingcast.com/  

Member News: ParkHelp Merges with Parking Sense, Expands Product Line

April 27, 2020

(Porirua, New Zealand – 4/28/20) ParkHelp and Parking Sense, leading providers of parking guidance solutions, recently announced the merger of the two companies to create the world’s leading provider of parking sensors and guidance systems for indoor and outdoor parking lots and structures. The new company, ParkHelp Technologies, has significantly Read More »

Planes, Trains, Automobiles, and … Resilience

By Paul Wessel I’ve been thinking quite a bit lately about resilience, technically defined as “the ability to prepare and plan for, absorb, recover from, and more successfully adapt to adverse events.” While our country clearly has fallen short on preparing and planning for the current COVID-19 adverse event, we Read More »

ParkHelp & Parking Sense Merge; Offer Webinar on the Future of Parking Guidance

April 24, 2020

On May 6th, ParkHelp Technologies will host “The New ParkHelp & the Future of Parking Guidance” webinar on the recent merger and trends in the parking guidance industry. (Boerne, TX – April 24, 2020) ParkHelp and Parking Sense recently announced the merger of the two companies to create the world’s Read More »

Frontline Fridays: Understanding Your Role in Effective Customer Service

Understanding Your Role in Effective Customer Service Learn basic concepts related to the delivery of customer service, including dimensions of customer service and customer acknowledgment. Instructor: Cindy Campbell Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.  

Frontline Fridays: How to Succeed in a Changing Workplace, Session 1: Understanding Your Reaction to Change

Frontline Fridays: How to Succeed in a Changing Workplace, Session 1: Understanding Your Reaction to Change Define workplace change and describe the change IQ continuum. Instructor: Kim Jackson, CAPP Limited to 25 registrants. $30 per attendee, or $75 for any three Frontline Friday sessions.

Is Sustainability Only About Going Green?

By David Karwaski Sustainability is often thought of as “going green,” or being largely focused on natural environmental effects. Photos of polar bears on tiny flotsam of ice come to mind. But the natural environment is only part of the story—one-third of it, in fact. The other two-thirds are social Read More »

Parksmart Advisor Training – April 23, 2020 (sold out)

April 23, 2020

Parksmart Advisors lead clients through the certification process for sustainable parking structures. The Parksmart program is now offered under by the USGBC/GBCI alongside the suite of LEED and other sustainability rating systems. IPMI is the USGBC Education Partner providing the education required to earn this valuable certificate. This is a four-day Read More »

Member News: Cornell “Ghost drivers” Test Cultural Reactions to Autonomous Cars

By Melanie Lefkowitz  April 22, 2020 In a series of studies conducted in three countries over more than five years, a Cornell Tech-led team has pioneered the use of “ghostdrivers” – cars with drivers disguised under a car seat-like hood, to make the car appear driverless – in order to Read More »

Free Online Shoptalk: Leading Remote Teams and Best Practices

Wednesday April 22, 2020 – 2:00 PM EST Free Online Shoptalk: Leading Remote Team & Best Practices Pre-Registration is required to attend Free for all Industry Professsionals Access the recording here IPMI invites all industry professionals in parking, transportation, and mobility to discuss how the COVID-19 crisis has impacted your Read More »

IPMI Webinar: More than a Parking Garage: Transformative Leadership to Shift Campus Culture

Live Online Webcast: $35.00 for IPMI Members, $50.00 for Non-Members Description: As college campuses and universities continue to adapt to today’s changing economic and political climate, campus services must breakdown silos and reach across departments to mitigate challenges and support student success.  Join NACAS CEO, Kelsey Harmon Finn, Patrick Keenan, Read More »

FREE IPMI Webinar: Cutting-edge Transportation Research on Parking, Congestion, and the Curb

Live Online Webcast:  Free for IPMI Members Description: Join IPMI as we host two innovative transportation research institutions that are digging deep into industry trends and how mobility professionals can create positive effects through planning, policy, and operations. New York University/C2SMART and Cornell University/CTECH will share the goals, programming, and Read More »

Making the Switch

By Conor Burke “This is not normal.” This quote has been used in many aspects of our lives the last few years, and COVID-19 has made sure this phrase will be with us in the foreseeable future. As an industry, parking and mobility has been trending to be more green-friendly. Read More »

Free Online Shoptalk: Leading Remote Teams and Best Practices

April 22, 2020

Wednesday April 22, 2020 – 2:00 PM EST Free Online Shoptalk: Leading Remote Team & Best Practices Pre-Registration is required to attend Download the recording here. IPMI invites all industry professionals in parking, transportation, and mobility to discuss how the COVID-19 crisis has impacted your various mobility programs and options, Read More »

The Race to Profitability: TNCs and Micro-Mobility

By Brian Shaw, CAPP Getting folks to reduce their driving would seem to be an ideal way to help the environment and improve a region’s traffic conditions. However, any environmental and traffic benefits depend on the mode folks switch to from driving themselves. In the case of micro-mobility and TNCs, Read More »

Online Course: Article Quiz: How Parking, Transportation & Mobility Operations, and Structures Affect Sustainability Outcomes

April 21, 2020

Level: Foundational/basic course About the course: This self-paced reading activity highlights future sustainable technologies, mobility hubs and shared parking, greening your parking lot or structure, and utilizing Parksmart and LEED to meet sustainability goals. In addition, the course shares project and program examples to demonstrate the state of the industry Read More »

Member News: NYC DOT Announces New Effort to Encourage Contactless Payments for City Parking Meters

April 21, 2020 With COVID-19 concerns, drivers will have a new pay-as-you-go option via ParkMobile smartphone app Today, the New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a new effort to discourage cash payments at the City’s parking meters and encourage contactless parking payment by smartphone. The Pay-By-Cell option protects Read More »

Member News: Walker Offers Solutions to Mount Sinai Amidst COVID-19 Crisis

  Mount Sinai Health System in New York City is perched at the epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S. With thousands of cases throughout the system, Mount Sinai’s employees are working more shifts and longer hours, upending their normal commutes. As authorities advise that the risk of infection Read More »

Five Essential Elements for Planning a Mobility Hub

By David Taxman, PE I was recently asked to develop a plan for two mobility hubs at two developments in a south Florida city. Mobility hubs are multiple modes of transportation (i.e. train, bus, bike-share, car-share, etc.) at one location, and are typically located at high-frequency, public transit stations. After Read More »

Parksmart Advisor – Online, Instructor-Led Training – April 21, 2020

Parksmart Advisors lead clients through the certification process for sustainable parking structures. The Parksmart program is now offered under by the USGBC/GBCI alongside the suite of LEED and other sustainability rating systems. IPMI is the USGBC Education Partner providing the education required to earn this valuable certificate. This is a four-day Read More »

Free Online Shoptalk: Mobility Options and COVID-19

April 20, 2020

Tuesday April 14, 2020: 12:00 PM EST Access the Recording here Free Online Shoptalk: Mobility Options and COVID-19 IPMI invites all industry professionals in parking, transportation, and mobility to discuss how the COVID-19 crisis has impacted your various mobility programs and options, including fleet management, transit, and micro-mobility modes. We Read More »

Free Online Shoptalk for Universities and Campuses: COVID-19 and Our Industry’s Response

Tuesday, March 24, 2020: 2:00 PM EST Online Shoptalk for Universities and Campuses: COVID-19 and Our Industry’s Response Access the recording here.   Join IPMI for a free online shoptalk to discuss and collaborate about the effects of the COVID-19 virus and the industry’s response. Moderated by Casey Jones, CAPP, former Read More »

Free Online Shoptalk: COVID-19 & Industry Response – Municipal & Transportation Providers

March 24 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EDT Tuesday, March 24, 2020: 12:00 PM EST Online Shoptalk for Municipalities & Transportation Providers: COVID-19 and Our Industry’s Response Access the recording here. Join IPMI for a free online shoptalk to discuss and collaborate about the effects of the COVID-19 virus Read More »

Frontline Fridays: Taking IPMI’s Frontline Training Online

By Cindy Campbell The saying goes that “necessity is the mother of invention.” True enough. We read on a daily basis about the realities of our changing world in response to this pandemic. An abundance of caution is necessary as we try to remain healthy and safe. For most, the Read More »

Positivity During Pandemic

April 17, 2020

By Michelle W. Jones, CAE, CMP There are some advantages to living in a small town. One such advantage is the mentality of, “we’re all in this together.” Local restaurants and bars are offering takeout options, even if that’s not a model they’ve ever had before. Neighbors are sitting on Read More »

FREE IPMI Webinar: Cutting-edge Transportation Research on Parking, Congestion, and the Curb

April 16, 2020

Live Online Webcast:  Free for IPMI Members Description: Join IPMI as we host two innovative transportation research institutions that are digging deep into industry trends and how mobility professionals can create positive effects through planning, policy, and operations. New York University/C2SMART and Cornell University/CTECH will share the goals, programming, and Read More »

Online Course: Article Quiz: Parking, Transportation & Mobility Industry Response to COVID-19; Parking Pricing Strategies and Technology Improvements

Level: Foundational/basic course About the course: This is an online reading course with a quiz to complete once you finish reading the bundled articles from the April issue of the Parking & Mobility magazine.  Read the articles about our industry’s response to COVID-19; including parking pricing strategies and technology improvements. Once all Read More »

Imagining a New Working World

By Brett Wood, CAPP, PE A large portion of the working world is adjusting to a new normal of working from home. Many are doing this while also being primary caregivers for a family, head of school for children, and maintainer of sanity for a household. In this current climate, Read More »

IPMI Webinar: More Than a Parking Garage: Transformative Leadership to Shift Campus Culture

April 15, 2020

Live Online Webcast: $35.00 for IPMI Members, $50.00 for Non-Members Description: As college campuses and universities continue to adapt to today’s changing economic and political climate, campus services must breakdown silos and reach across departments to mitigate challenges and support student success.  Join NACAS CEO, Kelsey Harmon Finn, Patrick Keenan, Read More »

COVID’s Effect on TDM Programs

By Perry Eggleston, CAPP, DPA With the COVID-19 crisis in full effect, I started to look at the post-crisis impact on traditional transportation demand planning. I work on a large university campus with an active TDM program that’s been successful in the reduction of the number of single-occupant vehicle (SOV) Read More »

IPMI Board of Directors and CAPP Certification Board Elections Ends

Voting is now open for the 2020 IPMI Board of Directors election. VOTE HERE Voting is also now open for the CAPP Certification Board. VOTE HERE Today is the last day to vote for your IPMI Board of Directors and your CAPP Certification Board  and all online voting must be Read More »

IPMI Webinar: The CCPA and State Efforts to Protect Consumer Privacy: What the Parking Industry Should Know

April 14, 2020

Live Online Webcast: Free for CPPA and IPMI Members.  $25.00 for Non-members The California Public Parking Association (CPPA) in partnership with IPMI is hosting this presentation that will review the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 and various state efforts to protect the privacy of its citizens, including: An overview Read More »

Free Online Shoptalk: Mobility Options and COVID-19

Tuesday April 14, 2020: 12:00 PM EST Access the Recording here Free Online Shoptalk: Mobility Options and COVID-19 IPMI invites all industry professionals in parking, transportation, and mobility to discuss how the COVID-19 crisis has impacted your various mobility programs and options, including fleet management, transit, and micro-mobility modes. We Read More »

The Kids Are Alright

By Vanessa Solesbee, CAPP With many of us home full-time now with kids, dogs, spouses, and other loved ones all trying coexist in under one roof, I am seeing a lot of articles focused on getting our kids into routines/schedules/anything to keep them moving forward. But what we are doing Read More »

The Parking Podcast Episode (E26):An Interview with Industry Leaders and a Conversation about Encouraging Stories during COVID-19

Leaders from around the parking and mobility industry share encouraging and optimistic stories during COVID-19. Check it out here. https://www.parkingcast.com/

The Critical Importance of Community Management in Parking

April 13, 2020

by Andrew Sachs, MFA, CAPP Stepping Up to the Plate Downtown Baltimore’s Harbor Park Garage took community engagement to a new level, feeding the community during the coronavirus crisis In the spring of 2020, Baltimore, Maryland – and the world – was shaken by the novel coronavirus COVID-19. The city’s Read More »

Parking Lots Take Center Stage on Easter Sunday

With people around the world under social-distancing orders, Easter Sunday church services became a focal point of attention this weekend. And while many churches streamed their services to the faithful at home, some made use of parking lots–theirs and others–to hold services without encouraging their flocks to gather too closely. Read More »

Be Well Among the Disruptions

April 10, 2020

By Kathleen Federici, MEd The time we are experiencing right now certainly is a disruption—a disturbance or problems that interrupt an event, activity, or process. As an industry, we are not naïve to disruptions; some would dare say innovative disruptions can and have changed our work, organizations, and product lines Read More »

Curb Management -> Measure > Manage > Monitor > Optimize

April 9, 2020

By Erik Nelson The IPMI Research & Innovation Task Force is offering this blog series to help demystify the approach to implementing curb lane management strategies for the industry. The blog series will present a common model for implementing curb management: Measure -> Manage -> Monitor -> Optimize. This discussion Read More »

COVID-19 and Our Industry

April 8, 2020

Campuses have emptied out. Hospitals are busier than ever. Municipalities are trying to help communities under shelter-in-place orders. And nobody knows when airports will get back to normal. COVID-19 has affected parking and mobility in more ways than we can count, from revenue to payroll to services to security—and essential Read More »

Reshaping Parking

April 7, 2020

By David W. Burr The Coronavirus crisis has thrown our lives into disarray and has shaken up our industry. While the economic impact will linger, the public health crisis will likely pass in a matter of weeks. But even as it passes, it will be important that we as an Read More »

Guide to PARKSMART Certification

April 6, 2020

GUIDE TO PARKSMART CERTIFICATION For use with Parksmart Certification Version 1.0 with Addenda Guide Version 2.3 April 2020 Congratulations on your decision to pursue Parksmart certification! You’re on your way to increasing the value and performance of your project. This guide will lead you through the process. There are four Read More »

Parking & Mobility: Writers’ Guidelines

Parking & Mobility, the magazine of the International Parking & Mobility Institute (IPMI), invites article submissions from IPMI members and outside contributors. Before you write, here are 10 things to remember:   1.It’s a good idea to let us know ahead of time what you’re thinking about. Email a brief Read More »

McKinsey & Company: COVID-19 – Implications for Business

March 30, 2020 By Matt Craven, Linda Liu, Mihir Mysore, Shubham Singhal, Sven Smit, and Matt Wilson The coronavirus outbreak is first and foremost a human tragedy, affecting hundreds of thousands of people. It is also having a growing impact on the global economy. This article is intended to provide Read More »

Court Upholds Phoenix Airport TNC Pick-up and Drop-off Fees

The Arizona Supreme Court upheld a $4 pick-up and drop-off fee for transportation network companies (TNCs) at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport late last week. TNCs had argued the fees were unconstitutional, while the airport said they would help distribute COVID-19 recovery costs between all businesses at the airport. The airport Read More »

Testing Center Conceptual Layout

April 4, 2020

April 3, 2020 Given your role as parking and transportation professionals, we wanted to reach out in case you are asked to assist with the setup and mobilization of mobile testing facilities.  We’ve developed the attached conceptual / planning level traffic control schematic for a hypothetical mobile testing facility within a Read More »

Free Online Shoptalk on COVID-19 & Our Industry’s Response – Universities & Campuses

April 3, 2020

March 31 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EDT Tuesday, March 31, 2020: 12:00 PM EST Access the recording here. Online Shoptalk for Universities and Campuses: COVID-19 and Our Industry’s Response Join IPMI for a free online shoptalk to discuss and collaborate about the effects of the COVID-19 virus and Read More »

Free Online Shoptalk for Airports: COVID-19 and Our Industry’s Response

March 31 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm EDT Tuesday, March 31, 2020: 2:00 PM EST Access the recording here. Online Shoptalk for Airports: COVID-19 and Our Industry’s Response Join IPMI for a free online shoptalk to discuss and collaborate about the effects of the COVID-19 virus and the industry’s Read More »

New York Legalizes E-bikes, Scooters, in Response to COVID-19

New York City, long a holdout against e-bikes and e-scooters, this week legalized the mobility devices in response to the COVID-19 crisis. Delivery workers using the motorized devices have, until now, faced fines and having their rides confiscated, but lawmakers said e-bikes and scooters will help those people keep working Read More »

COVID-19 and Our Industry

April 2, 2020

What the pandemic means for parking and mobility operations, and what professionals are doing to keep things moving. IT’S DIFFICULT TO THINK THAT WHEN A MYSTERIOUS NEW VIRUS infected 41 people in Wuhan, China, last December, anyone could have foreseen the coming global effect. COVID-19 has dominated the news and Read More »

2019 CDC: COVID-19 Factsheet

What you need to know about coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19 What is coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)? Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. The virus that causes COVID-19 is a novel coronavirus that was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak Read More »

EMPLOYEE RIGHTS: PAID SICK LEAVE AND EXPANDED FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE UNDER THE FAMILIES FIRST CORONAVIRUS RESPONSE ACT

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA or Act) requires certain employers to provide their employees with paid sick leave and expanded family and medical leave for specified reasons related to COVID-19. These provisions will apply from April 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020. ► PAID LEAVE ENTITLEMENTS Generally, employers Read More »

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Staying In Touch

By Nicole Chinea, CAPP The last couple of weeks have been an adjustment for the entire world. I realize that many of our parking community are considered essential personnel. Not only are they adjusting to a new way of life at home, but they are keeping operations afloat and meeting Read More »

Unsettling Times

April 1, 2020

By Jennifer Tougas, CAPP, PhD When I first heard that there was a “novel coronavirus” in China and the Chinese government was taking extreme measures to try to contain the spread of the disease, it caught my attention. When it started spreading outside of China to the cruise ship docking Read More »

Free Online Shoptalk for Airports: COVID-19 and Our Industry’s Response

March 31, 2020

Tuesday, March 31, 2020: 2:00 PM EST Access the Recording here Online Shoptalk for Airports: COVID-19 and Our Industry’s Response Join IPMI for a free online shoptalk to discuss and collaborate about the effects of the COVID-19 virus and the industry’s response. Moderated by Dean Ahmad and David Wilson of Dallas Read More »

Free Online Shoptalk on COVID-19 & Our Industry’s Response – Universities & Campuses

Tuesday, March 31, 2020: 12:00 PM EST Access the Recording here Online Shoptalk for Universities and Campuses: COVID-19 and Our Industry’s Response Join IPMI for a free online shoptalk to discuss and collaborate about the effects of the COVID-19 virus and the industry’s response. Moderated by Kim Jackson, CAPP, former IPMI Read More »

IPMI News: Message from the IPMI CEO & Chair – Stay Connected

We know you and your staff are facing huge challenges and many have already faced the reality of reducing your workforces as well. You are not alone. We want you to know we are here with you and will offer steadfast support during these unprecedented times. IPMI is wholly committed Read More »

IPMI News: Important Message from the IPMI CEO & Chair

#IPMI2020 Goes Virtual Pivoting our Conference & Expo to a Virtual Event   Nothing is more important than the health and safety of our members, partners, and employees. During the last few weeks, we have been closely monitoring the evolving situation with the COVID-19 outbreak to ensure we are taking Read More »

Member News: Park Assist has been Chosen to Upgrade Parking for Salmaniya Medical Complex

MANAMA, BAHRAIN – April 8th, 2020 – Park Assist® has been awarded the Parking Guidance System (PGS) contract for Salmaniya Medical Complex’s new carpark development, located in the Salmaniya district of Manama in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Owned by Edamah (the Real Estate investment arm of the Bahrain Government) and Read More »

Member News: Is COVID-19 the Tipping Point for Contactless Payments?

Contactless infrastructure has been in place for years but consumer behaviour hasn’t yet embraced this technology at a large scale. Are the tides about to change? April 3, 2020 The climate around coronavirus has drawn particularly close attention to the safety and cleanliness associated with both cash and the high-touch Read More »

Member News: MPA Dedicates On-street Spaces to Help the Community

(MIAMI, FL – MARCH 19, 2020) – In these challenging times, the well-being, health and need of the Miami community is of our utmost concern. To that end, the Miami Parking Authority (MPA) has set aside a number of on-street spaces in high-demand commercial areas, free of charge, for vehicles Read More »

IPMI News: Voting Open for IPMI Board of Directors & CAPP Certification Board

Voting is now open for the 2020 IPMI Board of Directors election. There are five (5) open seats on the IPMI Board for a two-year term, beginning June 2020. Member organizations in good standing are eligible to vote for the IPMI Board of Directors and  your organization’s primary member will Read More »

The Parking Podcast Episode (E25): An Interview with Industry Leaders and a Conversation about COVID-19.

Leaders from around the parking and mobility industry discuss the impact of COVID-19 and provide best practices and solutions for the interim. Check it out here. https://www.parkingcast.com/

Before You Repurpose Parking for COVID-19: Important Safety Information

By John Purinton As healthcare workers man the front lines of the COVID-19 outbreak, one of the challenges they’re forced to confront is how—and where—to manage the dramatic increase in patient volume. This unprecedented demand for additional beds and space to treat patients has resulted in some hospitals seeking to Read More »

The Parking Podcast Episode (E19): An Interview with Tom Wunk and a Conversation About Parking Technology

March 30, 2020

Tom Wunk, CAPP, Vice President with T2 Systems, discusses parking history, T2 Systems and parking technology. Check it out here. https://www.parkingcast.com/

Member News: Propark Mobility Provides Non-Clinical Services During COVID-19 Health Crisis

Hartford, Connecticut – Propark Mobility announced today that the company is providing nonclinical services to healthcare organizations across the country, through its CleanCo division, in response to the COVID-19 global health crisis. “CleanCo has been providing cleaning and maintenance services to the parking industry for decades,” explained John Schmid, Propark’s Read More »

Member News: JTA, Beep & NAVYA Autonomous Shuttles Help Transport COVID-19 Tests Collected at Mayo Clinic Drive-Thru Site in Jacksonville

The Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA), Beep Inc. and NAVYA partner with Mayo Clinic to safely transport COVID-19 samples on their Jacksonville Campus JACKSONVILLE, (APRIL 2, 2020) – For the first time in the United States, autonomous vehicles are being used to transport medical supplies and COVID-19 tests at Mayo Clinic in Florida. Read More »

Member News: Genetec releases access control feature to help organizations identify people who are at increased risk of being in contact with contaminants or contagious individuals

MONTRÉAL, April 2nd, 2020— Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions today announced that it has released a new reporting function for its Security Center Synergis™ (Synergis) access control system that is designed to help organizations find all people who went Read More »

Member News: Frictionless Parking Promotes Public Health

Los Angeles, CA (March 30, 2020)—In this uncertain time of pandemic and public health crisis, we must find ways to minimize common touchpoints that could allow the Coronavirus and other viruses to spread more widely. SKIDATA, the leading provider of parking technology, urges parking owners, operators, and business owners with Read More »

Gathering Together Despite the Distance

Several hundred parking and mobility professionals gathered together in two virtual IPMI Shoptalks last week, to talk about COVID-19 and operations: human resources challenges, shifting duties, curb management, revenue, garage management, and a host of other topics. They did it online during live, video-enabled events, and we invite you to Read More »

Maximize Your Membership

March 28, 2020

We’re happy to have you as a member of the International Parking & Mobility Institute (IPMI) and an important part of our community. From exceptional trainings and enhanced digital offerings to regional and international partnerships, IPMI has more opportunities than ever to connect with the tools, resources, and colleagues you Read More »

The Stories We’ll Tell

March 27, 2020

By Kim Fernandez Every so often, my dad would go into our family room and sit on the floor in between two giant, mustard-yellow fabric-covered, 1960s stereo speakers, lower the needle on a record, and just listen. He had three favorites: Juice Newton, Crystal Gayle, and Kenny Rogers. Everybody liked Read More »

Request Digital Subscription

March 26, 2020

    Thank you for requesting a digital copy of Parking & Mobility magazine. Access digital editions at the link above, or search the Resource Library for articles or by topic. If you already receive the digital subscription, there is no need to complete this form. To add email(s) to Read More »

Seven Quick Ways to Kickstart Your CAPP

1. Check your eligibility. Do you have a high school diploma or GED? Do you have a minimum of three years of managerial or supervisory experience in the parking, transportation, or mobility industry? Have you completed at least 25 hours of professional development in the previous five years? 2. Review Read More »

Hospital Sets Up COVID-19 Assessment Station in Parking Garage

You may have seen the photos circulating online—yes, those hospital beds in a parking garage at Vanderbilt University Medical Center are real. Vanderbilt, like many hospitals, has set up a COVID-19 assessment area in its parking garage. Much like other hospitals using tents to assess and triage patients for possible Read More »

A Guide to Parking

March 25, 2020

Many parking professionals have lamented that there is no textbook for our industry—until now. A Guide to Parking provides information on the current state of parking, providing professionals and students with an overview of major areas of the parking, transportation, and mobility industry, punctuated by brief program examples. More than 30 Read More »

Parking Whack-a-Mole

By Blake Fitch, CAPP In my last blog post, I wrote about transformation by communication. I explained the process used for adding an additional parking zone to the City of Aspen, Colo., for the first time since 1995. It didn’t take long to see the domino effect from making this Read More »

Free Online Shoptalk: COVID-19 & Industry Response – Universities & Campuses

March 24, 2020

Tuesday, March 24, 2020: 2:00 PM EST Online Shoptalk for Universities and Campuses: COVID-19 and Our Industry’s Response Access the recording here.   Join IPMI for a free online shoptalk to discuss and collaborate about the effects of the COVID-19 virus and the industry’s response. Moderated by Casey Jones, CAPP, former Read More »

The Parking Podcast Episode (E23): An Interview with Mark Lyons and a Conversation About Implementing Paid Parking

Tom Wunk, CAPP, Vice President with T2 Systems, discusses parking history, T2 Systems and parking technology. Check it out here. https://www.parkingcast.com/

Free Online Shoptalk: COVID-19 & Industry Response – Municipal & Transportation Providers

Tuesday, March 24, 2020: 12:00 PM EST Online Shoptalk for Municipalities & Transportation Providers: COVID-19 and Our Industry’s Response Access the recording here. Join IPMI for a free online shoptalk to discuss and collaborate about the effects of the COVID-19 virus and the industry’s response. Moderated by Casey Jones, CAPP, former Read More »

Social Distancing ≠ Disconnected

By Bill Smith It has been an eventful week, to say the least. Many of my clients have begun to work from home and chances are, your customers have too. It’s important to remember that social distancing doesn’t mean people will be disconnected. Your customers and potential customers will have Read More »

Unsung COVID-19 Hero: The Library Parking Lot

March 23, 2020

Children around the world are transferring from the classroom to online learning as the COVID-19 virus forces them to stay home, away from their teachers and classmates. And in some rural areas, that means they’re visiting the parking lot of their local library to get their homework finished. For families Read More »

IPMI On-Demand Webinar: Micro-mobility and Parking: First and Last-Mile Options and What They Mean for Your Operation

March 20, 2020

March 18 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm EDT On-Demand: $35.00 for IPMI Members, $50.00 for Non-Members This presentation, offered by the IPMI Technology Committee, provides an overview of first and last-mile mobility services and they can collaborate with your parking operations.  The presentation reviews the various micromobility options available Read More »

Why Personal Resilience Can Make You a Better Leader

By Rita Pagan The true grit of a leader is not how they perform during the good times, but rather how they display emotional strength, courage, and professionalism during the most trying times. It is impossible to demonstrate resilience unless you have gone through difficult times. I’ve been in that Read More »

IPMI On-Demand Webinar: Accessible Parking & Placard Abuse

March 19, 2020

On-Demand Webinar Fee: $35.00 for IPMI Members, $50.00 for Non-Members Description: Accessible parking challenges and disabled placard abuse are continuing challenges. While some federal standards exist, cities and states take a wide variety of approaches. For the first time, the issues are being considered on a national level by a broadly Read More »

A Discussion About Curb Management

By Benito Pérez Not since the 1930s has curbside management (formerly known as on-street parking) received so much attention among the transportation industry (and the public!). With cities far and wide densifying and becoming the centers of population activity, city transportation officials are looking at ways to optimize not only Read More »

IPMI On-Demand Webinar: Micro-mobility and Parking: First and Last-Mile Options and What They Mean for Your Operation

March 18, 2020

On-Demand Webinar: $35.00 for IPMI Members, $85.00 for Non-Members This presentation, offered by the IPMI Technology Committee, provides an overview of first and last-mile mobility services and they can collaborate with your parking operations.  The presentation reviews the various micromobility options available and how they can fit into your existing Read More »

Talking About COVID-19

By Casey Jones, CAPP Our industry hasn’t faced anything like the COVID-19 virus before and it’s affecting the way we all work and live outside of work. Working from home, not being able to work from home, refund requests, health concerns for our employees, growing or shrinking parking use depending Read More »

IPMI Board of Directors and CAPP Certification Board Elections Open

Voting is now open for the 2020 IPMI Board of Directors election. VOTE HERE Voting is also now open for the CAPP Certification Board. VOTE HERE   Online voting must be completed no later than 11:59 p.m. EDT, Wednesday, April 15, 2020.

Member News: PENN PARKING joins fight against COVID-19

March 17, 2020

Employees are creating protective face shields for hospitals in Maryland Penn Parking CEO Lisa Renshaw is excited to announce that her company is now joining the fight against Coronavirus by creating protective face shields for healthcare workers in the state of Maryland. “We are on a mission to get our Read More »

Member News: Honk is providing its contactless, cashless & app-less HonkTAP smart stations for free to owners and operators of parking lots across North America

This no cost initiative is meant to encourage drivers everywhere to safely pay for parking using contactless payments. Toronto, ON – March 12, 2020 – In response to the current coronavirus outbreak, HonkMobile, North America’s leading provider of electronic payments for the parking industry, announced today it will be providing Read More »

Member News: SKIDATA Completes Installation of Cutting-Edge Parking Technology Suite at Delta Hotels by Marriott Dallas Allen & Watters Creek Convention Center, A BENCHMARK® Resorts & Hotels Property

ALLEN, TEXAS – (March 23, 2020) — SKIDATA announced today that it has completed the installation of a cutting-edge parking technology suite at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Dallas Allen & Watters Creek Convention Center. The parking technology suite includes advanced Parking Access and Revenue Control (PARCS) equipment, pay-on-foot kiosks, Read More »

Member News: LAZ Parking Implements measures in reaction to impact of COVID-19

Establishes Employee Relief Fund to Support Temporarily Displaced Employees Hartford, CT – Alan Lazowski, Chief Executive Officer of LAZ Parking, underscored his company’s commitment today to protecting customers, clients and employees impacted by the evolving threat of COVID-19, or Coronavirus. In a separate letter, Lazowski assured employees that the LAZ Read More »

Member News: Park Assist’s M4 System is Changing the Parking Game

NEW YORK, NY – March 17, 2020 – Park Assist® was selected by Cache Creek Casino to install its M4 Parking Guidance System (PGS) in Brooks, California. The Casino, owned and operated by the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation, is a world class resort located about 1.5 hours from San Francisco. Read More »

IPMI On-Demand Webinar: Dashboards! Tomada de decisão com base científica (Presented in Portuguese)

On-Demand Webinar: $10.00 USD This webinar is presented in Portuguese. Descrição: Você já deve ter escutado falar do “Big Data”, um grande volume de dados que chega até nós como resultado de sistemas conectados e da Internet das Coisas. Embora tenhamos acesso atualmente a muitas informações que podem nos ajudar Read More »

IPMI On-Demand Webinar: Búsqueda de la Excelencia en una Operación de Estacionamiento (Presentado sólo en Español)

On-Demand Webinar: $25.00 USD This webinar is presented in Spanish. Descripción: La tecnología está seguramente en el centro de atención cuando hablamos sobre el futuro de los estacionamientos, ¿verdad? Pero, ¿te has preguntado sobre cómo involucrar a la gente en este escenario? ¿Cómo garantizar que sus equipos dan la misma importancia que Read More »

IPMI On-Demand Webinar: ¡Aló, estacionamiento! ¿Hay alguien ahí?

On-Demand Webinar $25.00 USD This webinar is presented in Spanish. Descripción: La tecnología está seguramente en el centro de atención cuando hablamos sobre el futuro de los estacionamientos, ¿verdad? Pero, ¿te has preguntado sobre cómo involucrar a la gente en este escenario? ¿Cómo garantizar que sus equipos dan la misma importancia que Read More »

The Parking Podcast Episode (E24): An Interview with Kacey Siskind and a Conversation about Contactless Payment

Kacey Siskind, Senior Vice President with HonkMobile, discusses contactless payment, multi-app and HonkMobile. Check it out here. https://www.parkingcast.com/

Good Deed: Municipality Converts Meters to Curbside Pickup Spaces

To support businesses in town, the Lexington, Ky., Parking Authority launched an effort to convert several paid parking spaces into curbside pickup-only spaces, for use by people picking up food and items from restaurants and merchants. “While supplies last, the LPA will make every effort to create these opportunities for Read More »

Mobility of the Future

March 16, 2020

As mobility technologies and services, consumer preferences and behaviors, and transportation policies co-evolve over the coming decades, there is great uncertainty about both the pace of continued change and which mobility options will be adopted. A few things, however, are certain: as the world’s population grows and becomes wealthier, the Read More »

A Happy Parking Story

March 13, 2020

By Kim Fernandez Ready for some good news and a smile? I thought so. Read this story about Bhupinder “Bob” Dhaliwal, who retired last week after 33 years as a parking attendant in the same garage in Manitoba, Canada. Saying he’s had the time of his life, Dhaliwal told a Read More »

Hit By the Bus—and Smiling

March 12, 2020

By David M. Feehan I read with a smile Kim Fernandez’s story about her stupid furnace and brand loyalty. It made me recall an incident that occurred just before Christmas. I was on my way to visit my son and his family in Brooklyn. It was a lousy night for Read More »

Member News: Rytec Introduces Spiral LP Low-Profile High-Performance Door

March 11, 2020

Jackson, WI – Rytec Corporation has introduced a new addition to its Spiral® product line – the Spiral® LP. Combining a low-profile side column and headroom configuration, the Spiral LP features a reduced profile allowing it to fit into even tighter spaces than other models. With side columns requiring only Read More »

Member News: ParkVia Scoops Prestigious Parking Provider of the Year

Europe’s favourite airport parking retailer, ParkVia, has beaten off tough industry competition to be crowned Parking Provider of the Year at this year’s British Parking Awards. ParkVia was presented with the esteemed industry accolade having impressed the 20-strong jury of experts from the parking, transport and motoring sector with its examples of exceptional Read More »

Managing Homelessness in Parking

By Kristen Becker, PE People just don’t realize how parking affects many aspects of our communities. It’s not just about rates and time limits; we also deal with other challenges, including the homelessness crisis. It’s a tough topic no one wants to discuss. The City of Spokane, Wash., has been Read More »

SOPs – A Deeper Dive

March 10, 2020

By: Joe Sciulli, CAPP This past January, I had the privilege of developing for IPMI’s Professional Development Video Series “Standard Operating Procedures: What They Are, What They Should Include, and Why Every Organization Needs Them.” You can watch the video here. Unfortunately, the video’s time restriction did not allow for Read More »

No Scooting in Skirts? Why Women Aren’t Embracing Micro-mobility.

We see shared e-bikes and scooters all over downtowns and campuses, but researchers noticed something recently: They are overwhelmingly occupied by men. Women haven’t embraced micro-mobility modes as much as men have. So the researchers got together with 40 female mobility professionals to find out why. Some of what they learned: Read More »

Study: TNCs Generate More Pollution Than the Trips They Displace

March 9, 2020

One argument in favor of TNCs such as Uber and Lyft is that they can take privately-owned cars off the road. But a new study says the vehicles actually generate more pollution than they replace. The Union of Concerned Scientists, a nonprofit science advocacy organization focusing on environmental and social Read More »

MRC: Transport Policy: Integrating Social Equity into Urban Transportation Planning: A Critical Evaluation of Equity Objectives and Measures in Transportation Plans in North America, 2015

March 7, 2020

Integrating Social Equity into Urban Transportation Planning: A Critical Evaluation of Equity Objectives and Measures in Transportation Plans in North America, 2015 Authors: Kevin Manaugh, Madhav G. Badami, and Ahmed M. El-Geneidy Publisher: Transport Policy This paper analyzes how social equity is incorporated into transportation plans in 18 large North Read More »

Which Accessibility Icon to Use

March 6, 2020

By Helen Sullivan IPMI members have asked me which symbol to use to mark an accessible parking spot. Good question! I strongly recommend—without hesitation—using the traditional, upright icon to mark accessible parking spots. There is a movement to switch from the traditional accessibility icon for parking signs to one that Read More »

Online Instructor-Led Course: Analysis & Application of Technology

March 5, 2020

About the course:  The development and introduction of new technology in all aspects of our lives is happening at a pace never experienced before. This is certainly true in how we manage and conduct business in the parking and mobility sector. In this session we will discuss new and emerging technologies, Read More »

Member News: Alejandra “Alex” Argudin, CAPP, Named CEO of Miami Parking Authority

In a unanimous vote, the Board of Directors of the Miami Parking Authority (MPA) appointed Alejandra “Alex” Argudin, CAPP, as its next chief executive officer. She is a member of IPMI’s Board of Directors, currently serving as the organization’s treasurer. Argudin becomes the first woman CEO of the MPA in Read More »

Member News: Trinitas Regional Medical Center Implements TIBA Parking Solution

March 5, 2020 (Union County, New Jersey) — Trinitas Regional Medical Center (TRMC) was established in 2000 following the consolidation of Elizabeth General Medical Center and St. Elizabeth Hospital. Trinitas, a major center for comprehensive health services for those who live and work in Central New Jersey, with 11 Centers Read More »

Member News: EDC Corporation introduces e-ticketing to its AIMS Parking Management Solutions Suite

New function allows parking enforcement officers to issue citations electronically from within the Parking Office in conjunction with AIMS LPR system; benefits include speedier and safer ticketing, increased fee collection, and better documentation of violations. Syracuse, NY – EDC Corporation, the Syracuse, NY-based developer of the . E-ticketing enables parking Read More »

Member News: Mark Santos has joined DESMAN’s Fort Lauderdale office

We are proud to announce that Mark Santos, P.E. has joined DESMAN’s Fort Lauderdale office as a Practice Leader. Mark brings 20 years of parking industry experience and is highly skilled in the planning, functional and structural design, and rehabilitation of parking facilities. Mark specializes in both public and private-sector Read More »

Member News: FlashParking Introduces Revolutionary Hardware-as-a-Service Purchasing Model with No Long-Term Contracts and a Future-ready Operating System

Austin, TX (March 5, 2020) – Today, parking asset owners and operators have a chance to leap into the 21st century and get ahead of the technology curve with the launch of FlashParking’s Hardware-as-a-Service, a purchasing model with no long-term contracts. FlashParking is minimizing risk exposure for asset owners and Read More »

Member News: Parker Technology Partners with Greenleaf Hospitality Group in Kalamazoo, MI

Indianapolis, IN—Parker Technology, the leading provider of parking customer service, has successfully been providing 24/7 customer support for the Radisson Plaza Hotel in Kalamazoo, MI since September. With Parker’s customer service platform, guests and visitors to the Radisson Plaza Hotel can immediately reach a Parker Technology customer service representative if Read More »

Member News: Propark Mobility Announces Appointment of Tamer Shaban to Senior Vice President of Operations

Hartford, Connecticut – Today, Propark Mobility announced that it has named Tamer Shaban Senior Vice President of Operations. “For over twenty years, Tamer has embodied Propark’s commitment to impressive service and delivering exceptional results for our clients,” explained John Schmid, Propark Mobility’s Chief Executive Officer and Managing Partner. “He has Read More »

Let’s Charge

By Arishna Lastinger In 2018, Auburn University was selected as one of many Alabama universities to receive electric vehicle (EV) charging stations that would be supplied and installed free of charge by the Alabama Power Company. Alabama Power funded the charging stations with a grant and did not place a Read More »

Member News: ARRIVE adds innovative smart parking recommendation engine to its industry-leading enterprise parking platform, combining on-and of-street parking in a single solution

CHICAGO, March 5, 2020 — Finding parking is now easier than ever. Arrive announced today that it has added industry-first features to its enterprise parking platform that will radically transform the way we park: a smart parking recommendation engine that suggests the best on-street or off-street place to park and Read More »

MRC: Automated Vehicles Have Arrived: What’s a Transit Agency to Do?

March 4, 2020

Automated Vehicles Have Arrived: What’s a Transit Agency to Do? Author: John Niles Publisher: Mineta Transportation Institute This report considers a framework for understanding and managing the forthcoming process of change brought about by autonomous vehicles. Access the full publication

MRC: How a Failed Experiment Could Still Be the Future of Public Transit

How a Failed Experiment Could Still Be the Future of Public Transit Author: Aarian Marshall Publisher: Wired Bridj was a program launched in Kansas City by the city and a mobility startup. Although it failed, the reasons behind the failure are telling about the value and usage of public transit. Read More »

MRC: Sustainable transportation infrastructure investments and mode share changes: A 20-year background of Boulder, Colorado

Sustainable transportation infrastructure investments and mode share changes: A 20-year background of Boulder, Colorado Authors: Alejandro Henao, Daniel Piatkowsk, Kara S. Luckey, Krista Nordback, Wesley E. Marshall and Kevin J. Krizek Publisher: Transport Policy This case study examines transportation infrastructure investments along with data revealing mode share in order to Read More »

MRC: An act regulating electric foot scooters

An act regulating electric foot scooters CT H 7141 (Connecticut) Sponsor: Joint Committee on Transportation Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 12-Jul-19 CT H 7141 amends motor vehicle laws, provides a definition for electric foot scooters, includes electric foot scooters in regulations relating to bicycles, allows an electric foot scooter to Read More »

MRC: Knowing their place on the roads: what would equality mean for walking and cycling?

Knowing their place on the roads: what would equality mean for walking and cycling? Authors: Caroline Mullen, Miles Tight, Anthony Whiteing, and Ann Jopson Publisher: Transportation Research Part A: Policy and Practice This article develops a framework assessing conditions for walking and cycling according to a theoretical conception of political Read More »

MRC: STOP Act of 2019

STOP Act of 2019 S1913 (Federal) Sponsor: Kirsten Gillibrand Bill Status: Introduced Effective Date: 1-Oct-19 S1913 directs the Secretary of Transportation to establish a bollard installation grant program, and for other purposes. Access the full legislation

MRC: BART and Shared Use Mobility Providers

BART and Shared Use Mobility Providers Author: Bob Franklin Publisher: Bay Area Rapid Transit This presentation shares challenges and successes of the Bay Area Transit System, including issues of shared use mobility providers, public/private partnerships, parking, and their carpool program. Access the full publication

MRC: Transit Price Elasticities and Cross-Elasticities

Transit Price Elasticities and Cross-Elasticities Author: Todd Litman Publisher: Victoria Transport Policy Institute This paper summarizes price elasticities and cross elasticities for use in public transit planning. Access the full publication

MRC: Measuring Traffic Reduction from Bicycle Commuting

Measuring Traffic Reduction from Bicycle Commuting Author: Krista Nordback Publisher: Transportation Research Board This paper analyzes the traffic reduction effect of bicycle commuting in Boulder, Colorado. Access the full publication

MRC: An act to amend Title 21 of the Delaware Code relating to school bus safety cameras

An act to amend Title 21 of the Delaware Code relating to school bus safety cameras DE H 111 (Delaware) Sponsor: Kimberly Williams Bill Status: Introduced Effective Date: When enacted DE H 111 allows school districts and charter schools in Delaware to utilize external camera systems on school buses to Read More »

MRC: Transportation for an Aging Population: Promoting Mobility and Equity for Low-Income Seniors

Transportation for an Aging Population: Promoting Mobility and Equity for Low-Income Seniors Authors: Anastasia Loukaitou-Sideris and Martin Wachs Publisher: Mineta Transportation Institute This study explores the travel patterns, needs, and mobility problems faced by diverse low-income, inner-city older adults in Los Angeles in order to identify solutions to their mobility Read More »

MRC: A method to evaluate equitable accessibility: combining ethical theories and accessibility-based approaches

A method to evaluate equitable accessibility: combining ethical theories and accessibility-based approaches Authors: Karen Lucas, Bert van Wee and Kees Maat Publisher: Transportation This paper presents the case that traditional transport appraisal methods do not sufficiently capture the social dimensions of mobility and accessibility Access the full publication

MRC: Resilient Highways Act of 2019

Resilient Highways Act of 2019 S1909 (Federal) Sponsor: Kirsten Gillibrand Bill Status: Introduced Effective Date: When enacted S1909 amends title 23, United States Code, to ensure that Federal-aid highways and bridges are more resilient, and for other purposes. Access the full legislation

MRC: Shared Mobility and the Transformation of Public Transit

Shared Mobility and the Transformation of Public Transit Authors: Sharon Feigon and Colin Murphy Publisher: The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine This report examines issues and explores opportunities and challenges for public transit as they relate to technology-enabled mobility services, including suggesting ways that transit professionals can learn Read More »

MRC: Do sharing people behave differently? An empirical evaluation of the distinctive mobility patterns of free-floating car-sharing members

Do sharing people behave differently? An empirical evaluation of the distinctive mobility patterns of free-floating car-sharing members Authors: Johanna Kopp, Regine Gerike and Kay W. Axhausen Publisher: Transportation This paper examines the overall travel behaviour of free-floating car-sharing members (FFCS). Access the full publication

MRC: An act to amend Title 14 of the Delaware Code relating to the Red Clay Consolidated School District bus safety camera pilot program

An act to amend Title 14 of the Delaware Code relating to the Red Clay Consolidated School District bus safety camera pilot program DE H 202 (Delaware) Sponsor: Kimberly Williams Bill Status: Introduced Effective Date: 6 months after enactment DE H 202 creates a pilot program for the Red Clay Read More »

MRC: Incorporating equity as part of the wider impacts in transport infrastructure assessment: an application of the SUMINI approach

Incorporating equity as part of the wider impacts in transport infrastructure assessment: an application of the SUMINI approach Authors: Nikolaos Thomopoulos and Susan Grant-Muller Publisher: Transportation This paper proposes a new method to incorporate the wider impacts into the appraisal framework (SUMINI) based upon a composite indicator and Multi-Criteria Analysis Read More »

MRC: There’s an App for That: Apps Help Mobility Management Professionals Empower Their Customers

There’s an App for That: Apps Help Mobility Management Professionals Empower Their Customers Publisher: National Center for Mobility Management This report explores smartphone apps that assist people with disabilities, older adults, and people with limited income to connect to transportation options. Access the full publication

MRC: Private Transit: Existing Services and Emerging Directions

Private Transit: Existing Services and Emerging Directions Authors: Sharon Feigon, Colin Murphy, and Taylor McAdam Publisher: The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Private Transit: Existing Services and Emerging Directions explores the effects of private transportation services in the US, and proposes to transit agencies and jurisdictions a way Read More »

MRC: The productivity of transport infrastructure investment: A meta-analysis of empirical evidence

The productivity of transport infrastructure investment: A meta-analysis of empirical evidence Authors: Patricia C. Melo, Daniel J. Graham, and Ruben Brage-Ardao Publisher: Regional Science and Urban Economics This paper describes a meta-analysis of the empirical evidence on the output elasticity of transport infrastructure, based on a sample of 563 estimates Read More »

MRC: An act to add Title 10.1 (commencing with Section 2505) to Part 4 of Division 3 of the Civil Code, relating to mobility devices.

An act to add Title 10.1 (commencing with Section 2505) to Part 4 of Division 3 of the Civil Code, relating to mobility devices. CA A 1286 (California) Sponsor: Al Muratsuchi Bill Status: Introduced Effective Date: When enacted CA A 1286 requires a shared mobility service provider to enter into Read More »

MRC: How land-use and urban form impact bicycle flows: evidence from the bicycle-sharing system (BIXI) in Montreal

How land-use and urban form impact bicycle flows: evidence from the bicycle-sharing system (BIXI) in Montreal Authors: Ahmadreza Faghih-Imani, Naveen Eluru, Ahmed M. El-Geneidy, Michael Rabbat and Usama Haq Publisher: Journal of Transport Geography This paper examines the influence of meteorological data, temporal characteristics, bicycle infrastructure, land use and built Read More »

MRC: Land Use and Transit Ridership Connections: Implications for State-level Planning Agencies

Land Use and Transit Ridership Connections: Implications for State-level Planning Agencies Authors: Arnab Chakraborty and Sabyasachee Mishra Publisher: Land Use Policy This paper develops and applies a transit ridership model based on land use and other neighborhood characteristics for the state of Maryland Access the full publication

MRC: Measuring the Impact of an Unanticipated Disruption of Uber/Lyft in Austin, TX

Measuring the Impact of an Unanticipated Disruption of Uber/Lyft in Austin, TX Authors: Robert Hampshire, Chris Simek, Tayo Fabusuyi, Xuan Di and Xi Chen Publisher: Social Science Research Network This paper evaluates the impact of Uber and Lyft on users’ travel demand and the supply side implications of the entry Read More »

MRC: Agricultural Trucking Relief Act of 2019

Agricultural Trucking Relief Act of 2019 S2025 (Federal) Sponsor: David Perdue Bill Status: Introduced Effective Date: When enacted S2025 amends the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act of 1999 to modify the definition of agricultural commodities, and for other purposes. Access the full publication

MRC: Shared Mobility: Current Practices and Guiding Principles

Shared Mobility: Current Practices and Guiding Principles Authors: Susan Shaheen, Adam Cohen, and Ismail Zohdy Publisher: Booz Allen Hamilton, Federal Highway Administration This Shared Mobility Primer provides an introduction and background to shared mobility; discusses the government’s role; reviews success stories; examines challenges, lessons learned, and proposed solutions; and concludes Read More »

MRC: Competition and substitution between public transport modes

Competition and substitution between public transport modes Authors: Nils Fearnley, Graham Currie, Stefan Flugela, Fredrik A. Gregersen, Marit Killi, Jeremy Toner, and Mark Wardman Publisher: Research in Transportation Economics This paper presents and analyzes existing evidence of cross elasticities of demand between PT modes in particular in urban areas. Access Read More »

MRC: An act concerning the penalties imposed on the driver of a motor vehicle who causes serious bodily injury to a vulnerable road user, and, in connection therewith, making an appropriation

An act concerning the penalties imposed on the driver of a motor vehicle who causes serious bodily injury to a vulnerable road user, and, in connection therewith, making an appropriation CO S 175 (Colorado) Sponsor: Mike Foote Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 29-May-19 CO S 175 concerns the penalties imposed Read More »

MRC: Analyzing Bicycle Sharing System User Destination Choice Preferences: An Investigation of Chicago’s Divvy System

Analyzing Bicycle Sharing System User Destination Choice Preferences: An Investigation of Chicago’s Divvy System Authors: Ahmadreza Faghih-Imani and Naveen Eluru Publisher: Journal of Transport Geography The current study contributes to the growing literature by examining BSS behavior at a trip level to analyze bicyclists’ destination preferences. Access the full publication

MRC: Distributive justice and equity in transportation

Distributive justice and equity in transportation Authors: Rafael H. M. Pereira, Tim Schwanen, and David Banister Publisher: Transport Reviews This paper reviews key theories of justice (utilitarianism, libertarianism, intuitionism, Rawls’ egalitarianism, and Capability Approaches), and critically evaluates the insights they generate when applied to transport. Access the full publication  

MRC: Impacts of Ridesourcing – Lyft and Uber – on Transportation Including VMT, Mode Replacement, Parking and Travel Behavior

Impacts of Ridesourcing – Lyft and Uber – on Transportation Including VMT, Mode Replacement, Parking and Travel Behavior Author: Alejandro Henao Publisher: University of Colorado This doctoral dissertation analyzes the impacts of ridesourcing on several areas of transportation including: efficiency in terms of distance – Vehicles Miles Traveled (VMT) versus Read More »

MRC: Used Car Safety Recall Repair Act

Used Car Safety Recall Repair Act S1971 (Federal) Sponsor: Richard Blumenthal Bill Status: Introduced Effective Date: 18 months after enactment S1971 requires auto dealers to fix outstanding safety recalls before selling, leasing, or loaning a used motor vehicle. Access the full publication

MRC: Urban Goods Movement and Local Climate Action Plans: Assessing Strategies to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Urban Freight Transportation

Urban Goods Movement and Local Climate Action Plans: Assessing Strategies to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Urban Freight Transportation Authors: Andrew R. Goetz and Serena Alexander Publisher: Mineta Transportation Institute This report examines how freight transport/goods movement has been addressed in U.S. city climate action planning. Access the full publication

MRC: Is the Curb 80% Full or 20% Empty? Assessing the Impacts of San Francisco’s Parking Pricing Experiment

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MRC: An act to amend Section 28160 of, to add Section 28161 to, and to repeal and add the heading of Article 18 (commencing with Section 28160) of Chapter 5 of Division 12 of, the Vehicle Code, relating to schoolbuses.

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MRC: Increase Transportation Alternatives Investment Act of 2019

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MRC: Vehicles: removal: autonomous vehicles.

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MRC: The Danish national passenger model – Model specification and results

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MRC: An act to amend Sections 2932 and 12804.9 of the Vehicle Code, relating to vehicles.

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MRC: An act to amend Sections 23550, 23550.5, 23594, and 23596 of the Vehicle Code, relating to vehicles.

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MRC: Autonomous vehicles: testing on public roads.

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MRC: An act to add Section 1661.5 to the Vehicle Code, relating to driver’s licenses and identification cards.

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MRC: An Act Relating to Electric Vehicles

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MRC: The New Automobility: Lyft, Uber and the Future of American Cities

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MRC: 2018 Transportation Trends Volunteer Transportation Programs

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MRC: An act to add Section 23152.5 to the Vehicle Code, relating to driving under the influence, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.

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MRC: Community Connections: Ideas & Innovations for Hospital Leaders

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MRC: Making accessibility analyses accessible: A tool to facilitate the public review of the effects of regional transportation plans on accessibility

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MRC: Rethinking the Street in an Era of Driverless Cars

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MRC: Unlawful parking

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MRC: Meeting the Health Care Access Needs of Veterans

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MRC: Valuation of Urban Rail Service: Experiences from Tokyo, Japan

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MRC: An act to create the electric motorized scooter act; and for other purposes

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MRC: An act to amend the law concerning maximum speed limits; and for other purposes

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MRC: An Act concerning roads and highways; relating to traffic-control devices, maintenance thereof, counties and townships; townships, special highway improvement fund; amending K.S.A. 68-589 and K.S.A. 2017 Supp. 8-2005 and 68-526 and repealing the existing sections.

An Act concerning roads and highways; relating to traffic-control devices, maintenance thereof, counties and townships; townships, special highway improvement fund; amending K.S.A. 68-589 and K.S.A. 2017 Supp. 8-2005 and 68-526 and repealing the existing sections. KS H 2511 (Kansas) Sponsor: Transportation Committee Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 8-May-18 KS H Read More »

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MRC: Measuring and Valuing Convenience and Service Quality: A Review of Global Practices and Challenges from Mass Transit Operators and Railway Industries

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MRC: An act to amend the law concerning the requirements for a driver’s license or instruction permit; and for other purposes

An act to amend the law concerning the requirements for a driver’s license or instruction permit; and for other purposes AR H 1867 (Arkansas) Sponsor: Jim Dotson Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 29-Mar-19 AR H 1867 amends the law concerning the requirements for a driver’s license or instruction permit. Access Read More »

MRC: An Act concerning Transportation – Complete Streets Program – Establishment

An Act concerning Transportation – Complete Streets Program – Establishment MD S 407 (Maryland) Sponsor: Guy Guzzone Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 15-May-18 MD S 407 establishes the Complete Streets Program, specifies the purpose and goals of the Program, provides for funding for the Program, specifies the requirements for a Read More »

MRC: Volunteer Drivers Guide: A Guide to Best Practices

Volunteer Drivers Guide: A Guide to Best Practices Publisher: Washington State Department of Transportation This report is a comprehensive guide that provides a framework for developing and maintaining volunteer driver programs, including a look at liability and insurance issues. Access the full publication

MRC: An act to amend the law concerning driver’s license reinstatement fees; and for other purposes

An act to amend the law concerning driver’s license reinstatement fees; and for other purposes AR S 315 (Arkansas) Sponsor: Kim Hammer Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 09-Apr-19 AR S 315 amends the law concerning drivers license reinstatement fees, concerns the distribution of drivers license reinstating fees for diving or Read More »

MRC: An act to amend Section 21235 of the Vehicle Code, relating to vehicles.

An act to amend Section 21235 of the Vehicle Code, relating to vehicles. CA A 2989 (California) Sponsor: Heath Flora Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 19-Sep-18 CA A 2989 permits a local authority to authorize the operation of a motorized scooter on a highway with a speed limit of up Read More »

MRC: Dynamic public transit accessibility using travel time cubes: Comparing the effects of infrastructure (dis)investments over time

Dynamic public transit accessibility using travel time cubes: Comparing the effects of infrastructure (dis)investments over time Authors: Steven Farber and Liwei Fu Publisher: Computers, Environment, and Urban Systems This paper uses a public transit travel time cube to analyze transit travel time changes over space and time. Access the full Read More »

MRC: Bike Sharing in Low-Income Communities: Perceptions and Knowledge April – October 2015

Bike Sharing in Low-Income Communities: Perceptions and Knowledge April – October 2015 Author: Nina Hoe Publisher: Temple University Institute for Survey Research This report summarizes findings from a study of Indego, Philadelphia’s bike share program, in designated underserved communities during the first season (April 2015 – October 2015). Access the Read More »

MRC: An act to amend the law concerning distracted driving to comply with distracted driving requirements under federal law; and for other purposes

An act to amend the law concerning distracted driving to comply with distracted driving requirements under federal law; and for other purposes AR S 534 (Arkansas) Sponsor: Bob Johnson Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 05-Apr-19 AR S 534 amends the law concerning distracted driving to comply with distracted driving requirements Read More »

MRC: An Act concerning the regulation of bicycles approaching intersections

An Act concerning the regulation of bicycles approaching intersections CO S 144 (Colorado) Sponsor: Andy Kerr Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 3-May-18 CO S 144 permits a municipality or county to adopt a local ordinance or resolution regulating the operation of bicycles approaching intersections with stop signs or illuminated red Read More »

MRC: A Taste for Transit? Analyzing Public Transit Use Trends among Youth

A Taste for Transit? Analyzing Public Transit Use Trends among Youth Authors: Anne E. Brown, Evelyn Blumenberg, Brian D. Taylor, Kelcie Ralph, and Carole Turley Voulgaris Publisher: Journal of Public Transportation This study analyzes the relationship between age and transit use using 2001 and 2009 National Household Travel Survey data. Read More »

MRC: Micromobility’s 15,000-mile checkup

Micromobility’s 15,000-mile checkup Authors: Kersten Heineke, Benedikt Kloss, Darius Scurtu, and Florian Weig Publisher: McKinsey & Company This report presents an analysis of the market potential of shared micro-mobility companies. Access the full publication

MRC: An act to amend the law concerning distracted driving; to make the use of a handheld wireless telephone in a school zone a primary offense; and for other purposes.

An act to amend the law concerning distracted driving; to make the use of a handheld wireless telephone in a school zone a primary offense; and for other purposes. AR H 1182 (Arkansas) Sponsor: Charlene Fite Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 01-Mar-19 AR H 1182 amends the law concerning distracted Read More »

MRC: Autocycles

Autocycles FL H 215 (Florida) Sponsor: Bobby Payne Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 1-Jul-18 FL H 215 relates to autocycles, defines the term autocycle, revises the definition of the term motorcycle, requires safety belt usage by an operator or passenger of an autocycle, includes an autocycle in the definition of Read More »

MRC: Typecasting Neighborhoods and Travelers: Analyzing the Geography of Travel Behavior Among Teens and Young Adults in the U.S.

Typecasting Neighborhoods and Travelers: Analyzing the Geography of Travel Behavior Among Teens and Young Adults in the U.S. Authors: Evelyn Blumenberg, Anne Brown, Kelcie Ralph, Brian D. Taylor, and Carole Turley Voulgaris Publisher: Institute of Transportation Studies; Federal Highway Administration This report presents a high-level analysis of the effects of Read More »

MRC: Where Do Riders Park Dockless, Shared Electric Scooters? Findings from San Jose, California

Where Do Riders Park Dockless, Shared Electric Scooters? Findings from San Jose, California Authors: Kevin Fang, Ph.D., Asha Weinstein Agrawal, Ph.D., Jeremy Steele, John Joseph Hunter, and Ashley M. Hooper Publisher: Mineta Transportation Institute This perspective explores the extent to which parked shared scooters pose a problem to others on Read More »

MRC: An act to amend the Arkansas speed trap law; to provide for automatic legislative audit of municipalities under the Arkansas speed trap law; and for other purposes

An act to amend the Arkansas speed trap law; to provide for automatic legislative audit of municipalities under the Arkansas speed trap law; and for other purposes AR H 1304 (Arkansas) Sponsor: Michelle Gray Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 07-Mar-19 AR H 1304 amends the Speed Trap Law, provides for Read More »

MRC: A Bill for an Act relating to transportation

A Bill for an Act relating to transportation HI H 1258 (Hawaii) Sponsor: Henry Aquino Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 1-Jan-18 HI H 1258 requires autocycles to be registered as motor vehicles, establishes licensing requirements for the operation of an autocycle, defines autocycle. Access the full legislation

MRC: Moving Off the Road: A State-by-State Analysis of the National Decline in Driving

Moving Off the Road: A State-by-State Analysis of the National Decline in Driving Author: Phineas Baxandall Publisher: U.S. PIRG Education Fund This report examines state-by-state trends in driving and correlate with other factors such as unemployment, urbanization, and home-based work Access the full publication

MRC: Repair Priorities 2019

Repair Priorities 2019 Authors: Rayla Bellis, Beth Osborne, and Stephen Lee Davis Publisher: Transportation for America This report shows that the conditions of our roadways have not improved, perpetuating a costly backlog of roads in poor condition. Access the full publication

MRC: On the value of crowding in public transport for île-de-France

On the value of crowding in public transport for île-de-France Authors: Eric Kroes, Marco Kouwenhoven, Laurence Debrincat, and Nicolas Pauget Publisher: International Transport Forum This paper describes the results of a research project that aimed to establish passenger values of crowding on public transport services in the Paris region. Access Read More »

MRC: An act concerning the definition of “motor vehicle” under the omnibus DWI or BWI Act; concerning a test for blood alcohol content when a motor vehicle or boating accident occurs and death or serious bodily injury is a result of the accident that shall be known as “Jacob’s Law”; and for other purposes

An act concerning the definition of “motor vehicle” under the omnibus DWI or BWI Act; concerning a test for blood alcohol content when a motor vehicle or boating accident occurs and death or serious bodily injury is a result of the accident that shall be known as “Jacob’s Law”; and Read More »

MRC: An Act concerning government

An Act concerning government IL S 396 (Illinois) Sponsor: Heather Steans Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 18-Aug-17 IL S 396 amends the Illinois Vehicle Code, changes the definition of low-speed electric bicycle, provides that provisions of a Chapter in the Code that govern bicycles shall apply to low-speed electric bicycles, Read More »

MRC: Modeling the Commute Mode Share of Transit Using Continuous Accessibility to Jobs

Modeling the Commute Mode Share of Transit Using Continuous Accessibility to Jobs Authors: Andrew Owen and David M. Levinson Publisher: Transportation Research Part A: Policy and Practice This paper presents the results of an accessibility-based model of aggregate commute mode share, focusing on the share of transit relative to auto. Read More »

MRC: Optimal transit pricing with crowding and traffic congestion: A dynamic equilibrium analysis

Optimal transit pricing with crowding and traffic congestion: A dynamic equilibrium analysis Authors: André de Palma, Robin Lindsey, and Guillaume Monchambert Publisher: Canadian Transportation Research Forum This paper focuses on how transit fares should vary by time of day in order to simultaneously address traffic congestion and transit crowding externalities. Read More »

MRC: Estimated Bounds and Important Factors for Fuel Use and Consumer Costs of Connected and Automated Vehicles

Estimated Bounds and Important Factors for Fuel Use and Consumer Costs of Connected and Automated Vehicles Authors: T.S. Stephens, J. Gonder, Y. Chen, Z. Lin, C. Liu and D. Gohlke Publisher: National Renewable Energy Laboratory This report estimates ranges of potential effects of connected and automated vehicle (CAV) technologies on Read More »

MRC: An act to add and repeal Chapter 8 (commencing with Section 3095) of Division 2 of the Vehicle Code, relating to traffic safety.

An act to add and repeal Chapter 8 (commencing with Section 3095) of Division 2 of the Vehicle Code, relating to traffic safety. CA A 2363 (California) Sponsor: Laura Friedman Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 21-Sep-18 CA A 2363 requires the Secretary of Transportation to establish and convene the Zero Read More »

MRC: Improving public transit accessibility for blind riders by crowdsourcing bus stop landmark locations with Google street view: An extended analysis

Improving public transit accessibility for blind riders by crowdsourcing bus stop landmark locations with Google street view: An extended analysis Authors: Kotaro Hara, Shiri Azenkot, Megan Campbell, Cynthia L. Bennett, Vicki Le, Sean Pannella, Robert Moore, Kelly Minckler, Rochelle H Ng, and Jon E. Froehlich Publisher: ACM Transactions on Accessible Read More »

MRC: Bike Share in the U.S.: 2017

Bike Share in the U.S.: 2017 Publisher: National Association of City Transportation Officials This report analyzes the growth of bikesharing in the United States in recent years. Access the full publication

MRC: An Act amending section 28-672, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to motor vehicle accidents.

An Act amending section 28-672, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to motor vehicle accidents. AZ H 2366 (Arizona) Sponsor: Ben Toma Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 30-Apr-19 AZ H 2366 relates to motor vehicle accidents, relates to restricted license, provides penalties for the crime of causing g serious physical injury or Read More »

MRC: An act to add Section 133 to the Streets and Highways Code, relating to state highways.

An act to add Section 133 to the Streets and Highways Code, relating to state highways. CA A 2615 (California) Sponsor: Wendy Carrillo Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 18-Sep-18 CA A 2615 requires the Department of Transportation to to partner with appropriate public agencies, including, but not limited to, the Read More »

MRC: Show me the way to go home: An empirical investigation of ride-sharing and alcohol related motor vehicle fatalities

Show me the way to go home: An empirical investigation of ride-sharing and alcohol related motor vehicle fatalities Authors: Brad N. Greenwood and Sunil Wattal Publisher: MIS Quarterly This paper investigates how the entry of ride-sharing services influences the rate of alcohol related motor vehicle fatalities. Access the full publication

MRC: The City of Detroit, SharedStreets, and NACTO to Pilot New Data Standard for Dockless Mobility

The City of Detroit, SharedStreets, and NACTO to Pilot New Data Standard for Dockless Mobility Publisher: National Association of City Transportation Officials This report explains a pilot program for cities working with e-scooter and dockless bike-share providers to share and analyze trip data to allocate street space to sustainable transportation, Read More »

MRC: Modeling Bike Share Station Activity: Effects of Nearby Businesses and Jobs on Trips to and from Stations

Modeling Bike Share Station Activity: Effects of Nearby Businesses and Jobs on Trips to and from Stations Authors: Xize Wang; Greg Lindsey; Jessica E. Schoner; and Andrew Harrison Publisher: Journal of Urban Planning and Development This paper identifies correlates of bike station activity for Nice Ride Minnesota, a bike share Read More »

MRC: An Act amending sections 28-3303 and 28-3306, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to driver licenses.

An Act amending sections 28-3303 and 28-3306, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to driver licenses. AZ H 2005 (Arizona) Sponsor: John Kavanagh Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 10-May-19 AZ H 2005 relates to moving violations, relates to defensive driving schools, provides that a person who is found responsible for or found Read More »

MRC: Public Transit Should Be Uber’s New Best Friend

Public Transit Should Be Uber’s New Best Friend Authors: Nate Silver and Reuben Fischer-Baum Publisher: FiveThirtyEight This article explains how Uber can serve as a complement to public transit in order to increase ridership. Access the full publication

MRC: Autonomous vehicles: challenges, opportunities, and future implications for transportation policies

Autonomous vehicles: challenges, opportunities, and future implications for transportation policies Authors: Saeed Asadi Bagloee, Madjid Tavana, Mohsen Asadi and Tracey Oliver Publisher: Journal of Modern Transportation This study investigates the challenges and opportunities pertaining to transportation policies that may arise as a result of emerging autonomous vehicle (AV) technologies. Access Read More »

MRC: Station-Level Forecasting of Bike Sharing Ridership: Station Network Effects in Three U.S. Systems

Station-Level Forecasting of Bike Sharing Ridership: Station Network Effects in Three U.S. Systems Author: R. Alexander Rixey Publisher: National Association of City Transportation Officials This study investigates the effects of demographic and built environment characteristics near bike sharing stations on bike sharing ridership levels in three operational U.S. systems. Access Read More »

MRC: An Act amending section 28-3395, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to defensive driving schools.

An Act amending section 28-3395, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to defensive driving schools. AZ H 2265 (Arizona) Sponsor: Kevin Payne Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 07-Jun-19 AZ H 2265 requires the Supreme Court to establish criteria for the certification of qualified defensive driving schools that shall include education on distracted Read More »

MRC: An act to amend Sections 21080.20 and 21080.20.5 of the Public Resources Code, relating to environmental quality.

An act to amend Sections 21080.20 and 21080.20.5 of the Public Resources Code, relating to environmental quality. CA A 1218 (California) Sponsor: Jay Obernolte Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 31-Jul-17 CA A 1218 extends exemptions from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act for bicycle transportation plans for an Read More »

MRC: Valuing convenience in public transport: Roundtable summary and conclusions

Valuing convenience in public transport: Roundtable summary and conclusions Author: Mark Warman Publisher: International Transport Forum This report focuses on convenience and its importance to the user experience. Access the full publication

MRC: The Costs of Self-Driving Cars: Reconciling Freedom and Privacy with Tort Liability in Autonomous Vehicle Regulation

The Costs of Self-Driving Cars: Reconciling Freedom and Privacy with Tort Liability in Autonomous Vehicle Regulation Author: Jack Boeglin Publisher: Yale Journal of Law and Technology This paper argues that regulators should consider freedom, privacy, and liability as interlocking pieces—not independent elements—of the puzzle of self-driving car regulation. Access the Read More »

MRC: Opioid Use Disorder: Challenges and Opportunities in Rural Communities

Opioid Use Disorder: Challenges and Opportunities in Rural Communities Publisher: Pew Research Center This is a report that looks at access issues to opioid addiction treatment in rural areas, including physician and clinic shortages, and references the impact on transportation providers. Access the full publication

MRC: How and Where Should I Ride This Thing?: “Rules of the Road” For Personal Transportation Devices

How and Where Should I Ride This Thing?: “Rules of the Road” For Personal Transportation Devices Authors: Kevin Fang, Asha Weinstein Agrawal, and Ashley M. Hooper Publisher: Mineta Transportation Institute This report documents and analyzes existing PTD regulations across 176 jurisdictions and then presents recommendations for a set of state-level Read More »

MRC: Development of a Behavior-Based Passenger Flow Assignment Model for Urban Rail Transit in Section Interruption Circumstance

Development of a Behavior-Based Passenger Flow Assignment Model for Urban Rail Transit in Section Interruption Circumstance Authors: Jing Teng and Wang-Rui Liu Publisher: Urban Rail Transit This paper assigns the passenger flow under the condition of section interruption in URT system. Access the full publication

MRC: “Not just a taxi”? For-profit ridesharing, driver strategies, and VMT

“Not just a taxi”? For-profit ridesharing, driver strategies, and VMT Author: Donald N. Anderson Publisher: Transportation This study attempts to understand how for-profit ridesharing compares to traditional taxicab and ridesharing models. Access the full publication

MRC: Travel Time Reliability: A Review of Late Time Valuations, Elasticities and Demand Impacts in the Passenger Rail Market in Great Britain

Travel Time Reliability: A Review of Late Time Valuations, Elasticities and Demand Impacts in the Passenger Rail Market in Great Britain Authors: Mark Wardman and Richard Batley Publisher: Transportation This paper provides an extensive review and reconciliation of British and European evidence relating to the value of, and demand responses Read More »

MRC: Simulation of City-wide Replacement of Private Cars with Autonomous Taxis in Berlin

Simulation of City-wide Replacement of Private Cars with Autonomous Taxis in Berlin Authors: Joschka Bischoff and Michal Maciejewski Publisher: Procedia Computer Science This paper simulates a city-wide replacement of private cars with AT fleets of various sizes. Access the full publication

MRC: Essential Hospitals and States: Confronting Transportation Barriers to Health

Essential Hospitals and States: Confronting Transportation Barriers to Health Authors: Hannah Lambalot, Kelcie Jimenez and Deborah Roseman Publisher: America’s Essential Hospitals This issue brief summarizes essential hospitals efforts to reduce transportation barriers for their patients and communities. Access the full publication

MRC: Attracting and Retaining Women in the Transportation Industry

Attracting and Retaining Women in the Transportation Industry Authors: Jodi Godfrey and Robert L. Bertini Publisher: Mineta Transportation Institute This study synthesized previously conducted research and identified additional research needed to attract, promote, and retain women in the transportation industry. Access the full publication

MRC: Passengers’ Perception of and Behavioral Adaptation to Unreliability in Public Transportation

Passengers’ Perception of and Behavioral Adaptation to Unreliability in Public Transportation Authors: Andre Carrel, Anne Halvorsen, and Joan L. Walker Publisher: Transportation Research Board This paper investigates the link between people’s past experiences of unreliability and the adaptation strategies that they used using a survey focusing on users of San Read More »

MRC: Disruptive Change in the Taxi Business: The Case of Uber

Disruptive Change in the Taxi Business: The Case of Uber Authors: Judd Cramer and Alan B. Krueger Publisher: National Bureau of Economic Research This paper examines the efficiency of ride sharing services vis-à-vis taxis by comparing the capacity utilization rate of UberX drivers with that of traditional taxi drivers in Read More »

MRC: Valuing Convenience in Public Transport in Korean Context

Valuing Convenience in Public Transport in Korean Context Author: Sungwon Lee Publisher: International Transport Forum This paper analyzes the post-policy impacts of measures to increase attractiveness of Korean public transit and compares the results with those of an ex ante quantitative policy effectiveness analysis. Access the full publication

MRC: Large-scale Microscopic Simulation of Taxi Services

Large-scale Microscopic Simulation of Taxi Services Authors: Michal Maciejewski and Joschka Bischoff Publisher: Procedia Computer Science The paper presents research on large-scale microscopic simulation of taxi services in Berlin based on floating car data collected by the Taxi Berlin fleet, the largest taxi association in Germany’s capital. Access the full Read More »

MRC: Leveraging Medicaid to Address Social Determinants and Improve Child and Population Health

Leveraging Medicaid to Address Social Determinants and Improve Child and Population Health Authors: Tricia Brooks and Kelly Whitener Publisher: Georgetown University Health Policy Institute This paper provides background for health care advocates on social determinants of health (SDOH) basics and describe ways Medicaid, in partnership with the health plans and Read More »

MRC: Ridership and effectiveness of bikesharing: The effects of urban features and system characteristics on daily use and turnover rate of public bikes in China

Ridership and effectiveness of bikesharing: The effects of urban features and system characteristics on daily use and turnover rate of public bikes in China Authors: Jinbao Zhao, Wei Deng and Yan Song Publisher: Transport Policy This paper models the impacts of urban features and system characteristics on bikesharing daily use Read More »

MRC: An act to amend Section 21450.5 of the Vehicle Code, relating to traffic-actuated signals.

An act to amend Section 21450.5 of the Vehicle Code, relating to traffic-actuated signals. CA S 672 (California) Sponsor: Jean Fuller Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 2-Oct-17 CA S 672 extends requirements that, upon the first placement of a traffic-actuated signal or replacement of the loop detector of a traffic-actuated Read More »

MRC: App-Based, On-Demand Ride Services: Comparing Taxi and Ridesourcing Trips and User Characteristics in San Francisco

App-Based, On-Demand Ride Services: Comparing Taxi and Ridesourcing Trips and User Characteristics in San Francisco Authors: Lisa Rayle, Susan Shaheen, Nelson Chan, Danielle Dai, and Robert Cervero Publisher: University of California Transportation Center This paper explores how ridesourcing and traditional taxis compare with respect to trip types, customers, and locations Read More »

MRC: Impacts of Shared Autonomous Taxis in a Metropolitan Area

Impacts of Shared Autonomous Taxis in a Metropolitan Area Authors: Wilco Burghout, Pierre-Jean Rigole and Ingmar Andreasson Publisher: Transportation Reseach Board This paper provides an analysis of potential benefits of a fleet of shared autonomous taxis “aTaxis”, in this paper referred to as Shared Autonomous Vehicles (SAV)) when replacing private Read More »

MRC: Rides to Wellness Community Scan Project

Rides to Wellness Community Scan Project Authors: Sonia Lee, Alexis Wielunski, Liam Spurgeon, and Edith Hernandez Publisher: Health Outreach Partners This paper describes the scope of the problem of transportation barriers and its financial impact due to missed appointments, reporting results from a national survey of health centers. Access the Read More »

MRC: How can the Taxi Industry Survive the Tide of Ridesourcing? Evidence from Shenzhen, China

How can the Taxi Industry Survive the Tide of Ridesourcing? Evidence from Shenzhen, China Author: Yu (Marco) Nie Publisher: Transportation Research Part C: Emerging Technologies This paper aims to examine the impact of ridesourcing on the taxi industry in Shenzhen, China and explore where, when and how taxis can compete Read More »

MRC: How Should Business Travel Time Savings be Valued?

How Should Business Travel Time Savings be Valued? Authors: Mark Wardman, Richard Batley, James Laird, Peter Mackie, and John Bates Publisher: Economics of Transportation This paper provides the most extensive appraisal yet of the methods for valuing business travel time savings. Access the full publication

MRC: Public Opinion on Automated Driving: Results of an International Questionnaire Among 5,000 Respondents

Public Opinion on Automated Driving: Results of an International Questionnaire Among 5,000 Respondents Authors: Miltos Kyriakidis, Riender Happee, and Joost de Winter Publisher: Transportation Research Part F: Traffic Psychology and Behaviour This study investigates user acceptance, worries, and willingness to buy partially, highly, and fully automated vehicles. Access the full Read More »

MRC: Affordable Housing and Transportation

Affordable Housing and Transportation Publisher: National Center for Mobility Management This paper examines different strategies employed to support the travel needs of older adults, people with disabilities, and low-income families in connection with housing. Travel orientation, ambassador, buddy programs are featured. Access the full publication

MRC: What Do Americans Think About Federal Tax Options to Support Transportation? Results from Year Ten of a National Survey

What Do Americans Think About Federal Tax Options to Support Transportation? Results from Year Ten of a National Survey Authors: Asha Weinstein Agrawal, Ph.D. and Hilary Nixon, Ph.D. Publisher: Mineta Transportation Institute This report summarizes the results from the tenth year of a national public opinion survey asking U.S. adults Read More »

MRC: Destination Choice Model including panel data using WiFi localization in a pedestrian facility

Destination Choice Model including panel data using WiFi localization in a pedestrian facility Authors: Loïc Tinguely, Antonin Danalet, Matthieu de Lapparent and Michel Bierlaire Publisher: Swiss Transport Research Conference This paper proposes a general methodology to model pedestrian destination choice from WiFi localization in multi-modal transport facilities. Access the full Read More »

MRC: An Act to regulate the operation of fully autonomous motor vehicles on the public highways of this state

An Act to regulate the operation of fully autonomous motor vehicles on the public highways of this state NC H 469 (North Carolina) Sponsor: Phil Shepard Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 1-Dec-17 NC H 469 amends the General Statutes, establishes regulations for the operation of fully autonomous motor vehicles on Read More »

MRC: Quantifying the benefits of vehicle pooling with shareability networks

Quantifying the benefits of vehicle pooling with shareability networks Authors: Paolo Santi, Giovanni Resta, Michael Szell, Stanislav Sobolevsky, Steven H. Strogatz and Carlo Ratti Publisher: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences This paper proposes the method of shareability networks, which translates spatio-temporal sharing problems into a graph-theoretic framework that Read More »

MRC: Valuation of Travel Time Savings for Business Travellers

Valuation of Travel Time Savings for Business Travellers Authors: Mark Wardman, Richard Batley, James Laird, Peter Mackie, Tony Fowkes, Glenn Lyons, John Bates and Jonas Eliasson Publisher: Institute for Transport Studies This paper examines the underpinning of business travel time savings from a theoretical perspective, adopting the classic economists’ approach Read More »

MRC: Understanding the socioeconomic adoption scenarios for autonomous vehicles: A literature review

Understanding the socioeconomic adoption scenarios for autonomous vehicles: A literature review Authors: Ben Clark, Graham Parkhurst and Miriam Ricci Publisher: UWE Bristol This paper examines scenarios and policy and practice challenges for the adoption of AVs. Access the full publication

MRC: Older Adults’ Perceptions Regarding Transportation Services in San Jose, CA: Access, Barriers, and Innovations

Older Adults’ Perceptions Regarding Transportation Services in San Jose, CA: Access, Barriers, and Innovations Author: Deborah Bolding, Ph.D. Publisher: Mineta Transportation Institute The purpose of this study was to examine the perceptions of older adults concerning barriers to the use of public transportation, to identify programs and services that best Read More »

MRC: Predicting driving behavior using inverse reinforcement learning with multiple reward functions towards environmental diversity

Predicting driving behavior using inverse reinforcement learning with multiple reward functions towards environmental diversity Authors: Masamichi Shimosaka, Kentaro Nishi, Junichi Sato, and Hirokatsu Kataoka Publisher: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers This paper proposes a novel IRL framework with multiple reward functions to deal with environmental diversity. Access the full Read More »

MRC: An Act to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 39; Title 40; Title 54; Title 55; Title 56; Title 65 and Title 67, relative to autonomous vehicles.

An Act to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 39; Title 40; Title 54; Title 55; Title 56; Title 65 and Title 67, relative to autonomous vehicles. TN S 151 (Tennessee) Sponsor: Mark Green Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 6-Jun-17 TN S 151 relates to Read More »

MRC: Just a better taxi? A survey-based comparison of taxis, transit, and ridesourcing services in San Francisco

Just a better taxi? A survey-based comparison of taxis, transit, and ridesourcing services in San Francisco Authors: Susan Shaheen, Lisa Rayle, and Nelson Chan Publisher: Transport Policy This study presents exploratory evidence of how ridesourcing services are used in San Francisco. It explores who uses ridesourcing and for what reasons, Read More »

MRC: Predicting the Value of Public Transport In-Vehicle Time

Predicting the Value of Public Transport In-Vehicle Time Authors: Neil Douglas and Ian Wallis Publisher: Australasian Transport Research Forum This paper looks at the values of time that have been estimated for Australia, mainly NSW and New Zealand over a twenty-two year period 1990-2012. Access the full publication

MRC: Autonomous Vehicle Regulation: How an Uncertain Legal Landscape May Hit The Brakes on Self-Driving Cars

Autonomous Vehicle Regulation: How an Uncertain Legal Landscape May Hit The Brakes on Self-Driving Cars Author: Jessica S. Brodsky Publisher: Berkeley Technology Law Journal This paper examines the legal implications of autonomous vehicles. Access the full publication

MRC: Value Capture to Fund Public Transportation: The Impact of Warm Springs BART Station on the Value of Neighboring Residential Properties in Fremont, CA

Value Capture to Fund Public Transportation: The Impact of Warm Springs BART Station on the Value of Neighboring Residential Properties in Fremont, CA Author: Shishir Mathur Publisher: Mineta Transportation Institute This study estimates households’ willingness to pay for single-family houses and condominiums/townhouses located within 2 miles of Warm Springs (WS) Read More »

MRC: Impact evaluation of a public bicycle share program on cycling: a case example of BIXI in Montreal, Quebec.

Impact evaluation of a public bicycle share program on cycling: a case example of BIXI in Montreal, Quebec. Authors: D. Fuller, L. Gauvin, Y. Kestens, M. Daniel, M. Fournier, P. Morency, and L. Drouin Publisher: National Institutes of Health This paper examines associations between residential exposure to BIXI (BIcycle-taXI)-a public Read More »

MRC: Alabama Move Over Act

Alabama Move Over Act AL H 290 (Alabama) Sponsor: Chris Sells Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 1-Sep-19 AL H 290 relates to the Alabama Move Over Act, amends the Code of Alabama to increase the fine associated with a violation of the act, requires a new or increased expenditure of Read More »

MRC: A survey of Demand Responsive Transport in Great Britain

A survey of Demand Responsive Transport in Great Britain Authors: Lisa Davison, Marcus Enoch, Tim Ryley, Mohammed Quddus, and Chao Wang Publisher: Transport Policy This research explores the current provision of Demand Responsive Transport (DRT) in Great Britain, in order to determine what type of services exist and to examine Read More »

MRC: Full Potential of Future Robotaxis Achievable with Trip-Based Subsidies and Fees Applied to the For-Hire Vehicles of Today

Full Potential of Future Robotaxis Achievable with Trip-Based Subsidies and Fees Applied to the For-Hire Vehicles of Today Author: John Niles Publisher: Mineta Transportation Institute The main thesis in this essay is that a productive, efficient system of on-demand Market-2 mobility can evolve from incentive-based governance—here termed “harmonization management.” Access Read More »

MRC: Drivers of Disruption? Estimating the Uber Effect

Drivers of Disruption? Estimating the Uber Effect Authors: Thor Berger, Chinchih Chen, and Carl Benedikt Frey Publisher: Oxford Martin School This article provides the first evidence of the impact of the ‘sharing economy’ phenomenon on jobs and wages in the most exposed industry: taxi services. Access the full publication

MRC: An act to amend Section 14107 of the Government Code, relating to transportation.

An act to amend Section 14107 of the Government Code, relating to transportation. CA A 669 (California) Sponsor: Marc Berman Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 04-Oct-17 CA A 669 extends the repeal date of provisions authorizing the Department of Transportation to conduct testing of technologies that enable drivers to safely Read More »

MRC: Safe Routes to School Program

Safe Routes to School Program UT H 208 (Utah) Sponsor: Suzanne Harrison Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 25-Mar-19 UT H 208 requires the Department of Transportation to implement a program to provide safe routes to school, allows the Department to use available funds as prioritized by the Transportation Commission, allows Read More »

MRC: The Promotion of Electric Vehicles in the United States: A Landscape Assessment

The Promotion of Electric Vehicles in the United States: A Landscape Assessment Publisher: Plug In America This paper assesses the state of public and private efforts to promote growth of the PEV market. Access the full publication

MRC: Evaluating the Effectiveness of a School-Based Intervention on Driving-Related Carbon Emissions Using Real-Time Transportation Data

Evaluating the Effectiveness of a School-Based Intervention on Driving-Related Carbon Emissions Using Real-Time Transportation Data Authors: Eugene Cordero, PhD and Diana Centeno, MS Publisher: Mineta Transportation Institute In this study, a smartphone application was used to gather driving data (e.g., hard accelerations, hard braking and time over speed limit) within Read More »

MRC: Uber and Metropolitan Traffic Fatalities in the United States

Uber and Metropolitan Traffic Fatalities in the United States Authors: Noli Brazil and David S. Kirk Publisher: American Journal of Epidemiology This article exploits differences in the timing of the deployment of Uber in US metropolitan counties from 2005 to 2014 to test the association between the availability of Uber’s Read More »

MRC: The Future of Driving in Developing Countries

The Future of Driving in Developing Countries Authors: Liisa Ecola, Charlene Rohr, Johanna Zmud, Tobias Kuhnimhof, and Peter Phleps Publisher: RAND Corporation This study looks at whether mobility in developing countries will follow similar paths as it did in countries that developed in the 20th century. Access the full publication

MRC: An act to add Section 5446 to the Public Utilities Code, relating to transportation.

An act to add Section 5446 to the Public Utilities Code, relating to transportation. CA A 1184 (California) Sponsor: Phil Ting Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 21-Sep-18 CA A 1184 authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to impose a tax on each ride originating in the City or Read More »

MRC: An Act to amend and reenact Sections 46.2-100, 46.2-800, 46.2-849, 46.2-903, 46.2-904, 46.2-905, 46.2-908.1, 46.2-1015, 46.2-1041, and 46.2-1081 of the Code of Virginia and to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Chapter 13 of Title 46.2 a section numbered 46.2-1315, relating to motorized skateboards or scooters; operation; local authority.

An Act to amend and reenact Sections 46.2-100, 46.2-800, 46.2-849, 46.2-903, 46.2-904, 46.2-905, 46.2-908.1, 46.2-1015, 46.2-1041, and 46.2-1081 of the Code of Virginia and to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Chapter 13 of Title 46.2 a section numbered 46.2-1315, relating to motorized skateboards or scooters; operation; local Read More »

MRC: Forecasting Americans’ long-term adoption of connected and autonomous vehicle technologies

Forecasting Americans’ long-term adoption of connected and autonomous vehicle technologies Authors: Prateek Bansal and Kara M. Kockelman Publisher: Transportation Research Part A: Policy and Practice This study proposes a new simulation-based fleet evolution framework to forecast Americans’ long-term (year 2015–2045) adoption levels of CAV technologies under eight different scenarios based Read More »

MRC: The Impact of ZEV Adoption on California Transportation Revenue

The Impact of ZEV Adoption on California Transportation Revenue Authors: Martin Wachs, Ph.D., Hannah King, and Asha Weinstein Agrawal, Ph.D. Publisher: Mineta Transportation Institute This study analyzes how the adoption of zero-emission vehicles will impact future transportation revenue in California through 2040 under two scenarios. Access the full publication

MRC: Ride-Sharing, Fatal Crashes, and Crime

Ride-Sharing, Fatal Crashes, and Crime Authors: Angela K. Dills and Sean Eric Mulholland Publisher: Southern Economic Journal Using U.S. county-level data from 2007 through 2015, this article investigates whether the introduction of the ride-sharing service Uber is associated with changes in fatal vehicle crashes and crime. Access the full publication

MRC: Valuation of travel time reliability from a GPS-based experimental design

Valuation of travel time reliability from a GPS-based experimental design Authors: Carlos Carrion and David Levinson Publisher: Transportation Research Part C: Emerging Technologies This paper estimates the value placed by the travelers on the HOT lanes because of improvements in travel time reliability. Access the full publication

MRC: An act to add Section 5446 to the Public Utilities Code, relating to transportation.

An act to add Section 5446 to the Public Utilities Code, relating to transportation. CA A 1184 (California) Sponsor: Phil Ting Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 21-Sep-18 CA A 1184 authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to impose a tax on each ride originating in the City or Read More »

MRC: An Act Relating to motorcycle safety; amending RCW 46.81A.020, 46.20.510, 46.20.500, 3.62.090, 2.68.040, and 46.63.110; creating a new section; prescribing penalties; and providing an effective date.

An Act Relating to motorcycle safety; amending RCW 46.81A.020, 46.20.510, 46.20.500, 3.62.090, 2.68.040, and 46.63.110; creating a new section; prescribing penalties; and providing an effective date. WA H 1116 (Washington) Sponsor: John Lovick Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 1-Jan-20 WA H 1116 addresses motorcycle safety, improves public safety by creating Read More »

MRC: Values of travel time in Europe: Review and meta-analysis

Values of travel time in Europe: Review and meta-analysis Authors: M. Wardman, VPK Chintakayala and GC De Jong Publisher: Transportation Research Part A: Policy and Practice This paper reports the most extensive meta-analysis of values of time yet conducted, covering 3109 monetary valuations assembled from 389 European studies conducted between Read More »

MRC: Assessing Public Opinions of and Interest in New Vehicle Technologies: An Austin Perspective

Assessing Public Opinions of and Interest in New Vehicle Technologies: An Austin Perspective Authors: Prateek Bansal, Kara M. Kockelman, and Amit Singh Publisher: University of Texas This study estimates the impact of demographics, built-environment variables, and travel characteristics on Austinites’ WTP for adding such automations and connectivity to their current Read More »

MRC: Analysis of Disengagements in Semi-Autonomous Vehicles: Drivers’ Takeover Performance and Operational Implications

Analysis of Disengagements in Semi-Autonomous Vehicles: Drivers’ Takeover Performance and Operational Implications Authors: Francesca M. Favaro, Ph.D., Sky Eurich, Syeda Rizvi, Shivangi Agarwal, Sumaid Mahmood and Nazanin Nader Publisher: Mineta Transportation Institute This report analyzes the reactions of human drivers placed in simulated Autonomous Technology disengagement scenarios. The study was Read More »

MRC: Who cycles more? Determining cycling frequency through a segmentation approach in Montreal, Canada

Who cycles more? Determining cycling frequency through a segmentation approach in Montreal, Canada Authors: Gabriel Damant-Sirois and Ahmed M. El-Geneidy Publisher: Transportation Research Part A: Policy and Practice This study analyzes the various factors influencing cycling frequency among 1707 cyclists from Montreal, Canada using an ordinal logistic regression. Access the Read More »

MRC: An Act concerning transportation. (IL)

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MRC: An Act Relating to motorized foot scooters; amending RCW 46.04.336, 46.04.670, 46.61.710, and 46.20.500; and adding a new section to chapter 46.61 RCW.

An Act Relating to motorized foot scooters; amending RCW 46.04.336, 46.04.670, 46.61.710, and 46.20.500; and adding a new section to chapter 46.61 RCW. WA H 1772 (Washington) Sponsor: Nicole Macri Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 30-Apr-19 WA H 1772 concerns motorized foot scooters, redefines motorized foot scooter, provides that Persons Read More »

MRC: Integrated Mobility Implementation Toolbox

Integrated Mobility Implementation Toolbox Publisher: Canadian Urban Transit Association This toolbox provides actionable tools for mobility managers that want to begin working towards integrated systems in their areas. Access the full publication

MRC: Effects of Next-Generation Vehicles on Travel Demand and Highway Capacity

Effects of Next-Generation Vehicles on Travel Demand and Highway Capacity Authors: Jane Bierstedt, Aaron Gooze, Chris Gray, Josh Peterman, Leon Raykin and Jerry Walters Publisher: FP Think This paper assesses the most likely effects of autonomous vehicles (AVs) on traffic generation and highway capacity and congestion over time as AVs Read More »

MRC: Review and Meta-Analysis of Inter-Modal Cross-Elasticity Evidence

Review and Meta-Analysis of Inter-Modal Cross-Elasticity Evidence Authors: Mark Wardman, Jeremy Toner, Nils Fearnley, Stefan Flügel and Marit Killi Publisher: Transportation Research Part A: Policy and Practice This paper is concerned with cross-elasticities between modes, and primarily takes the form of a meta-analysis to explore the relationships between cross-elasticities and Read More »

MRC: Salience of Carbon Taxes in the Gasoline Market

Salience of Carbon Taxes in the Gasoline Market Authors: Nicholas Rivers and Brandon Schaufele Publisher: Journal of Environmental Economics and Management This paper demonstrates that the carbon tax imposed by the Canadian province of British Columbia caused a decline in short-run gasoline demand that is significantly greater than would be Read More »

MRC: An Act to create and enact chapter 8-12 and section 39-01-01.2 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to automated vehicle network companies and autonomous vehicle operations

An Act to create and enact chapter 8-12 and section 39-01-01.2 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to automated vehicle network companies and autonomous vehicle operations ND H 1418 (North Dakota) Sponsor: Matthew Ruby Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 10-Apr-19 ND H 1418 relates to automated vehicle network companies Read More »

MRC: PRT Statewide Application: Conceptual Design of a Transit System Capable of Serving Essentially All Daily Trips

PRT Statewide Application: Conceptual Design of a Transit System Capable of Serving Essentially All Daily Trips Author: Alain L. Kornhauser Publisher: Third International Conference on Urban Public Transportation Systems This paper describes attempts to conceptually design a statewide transit system that would afford automobile-like service ubiquitously to essentially all daily Read More »

MRC: Community Benefits and Lessons for Local Engagement in a California Open Streets Event: A Mixed-Methods Assessment of Viva CalleSJ 2018

Community Benefits and Lessons for Local Engagement in a California Open Streets Event: A Mixed-Methods Assessment of Viva CalleSJ 2018 Authors: Gordon Douglas, PhD, Asha Weinstein Agrawal, PhD, Mary Currin-Percival, PhD, Katherine Cushing, PhD and Jason DeHaan, MS Publisher: Mineta Transportation Institute This report presents the findings from an evaluation Read More »

MRC: Efficiency and Substitutability of Transit Subsidies and Other Urban Transport Policies

Efficiency and Substitutability of Transit Subsidies and Other Urban Transport Policies Authors: Leonardo J. Basso and Hugo E. Silva Publisher: American Economic Journal: Economic Policy This paper analyzes the efficiency and the substitutability between three urban congestion management policies: transit subsidization, car congestion pricing and dedicated bus lanes. Access the Read More »

MRC: Transport Elasticities: Impacts on Travel Behavior

Transport Elasticities: Impacts on Travel Behavior Author: Todd Litman Publisher: German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development This paper examines the factors affecting travel demands, introduces the concept of elasticity and provides an overview of the key transport elasticities. Access the full publication

MRC: Motor vehicles, seat belt use required for each occupant while vehicle is in motion, Secs. 32-5B-4 am’d.

Motor vehicles, seat belt use required for each occupant while vehicle is in motion, Secs. 32-5B-4 am’d. AL S 254 (Alabama) Sponsor: David Burkette Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 5-Sep-19 AL S 254 amends the Roderick Scott Safety Belt Use Act, requires all occupants of a passenger car to have Read More »

MRC: Motor Assisted Transportation Amendments

Motor Assisted Transportation Amendments UT S 139 (Utah) Sponsor: Kirk Cullimore Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 27-Mar-19 UT S 139 addresses motor assisted scooters, addresses definitions, including the definition of low-speed vehicle, prohibits certain activities with regard to an alcohol product and a motor assisted scooter, clarifies that a motor Read More »

MRC: An Act concerning the testing and use of autonomous vehicles and supplementing Title 39 of the Revised Statutes

An Act concerning the testing and use of autonomous vehicles and supplementing Title 39 of the Revised Statutes NJ S 2149 (New Jersey) Sponsor: Robert Gordon Bill Status: Introduced Effective Date: When enacted NJ S 2149 permits testing and use of autonomous vehicles on State roadways under certain circumstances. Access Read More »

MRC: Timing of Driver’s License Acquisition and Reasons for Delay among Young People in the United States, 2012

Timing of Driver’s License Acquisition and Reasons for Delay among Young People in the United States, 2012 Publisher: AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety This study investigates the ages at which young people obtain driver’s licenses, as well as reasons for delaying licensure among those who do not obtain a license Read More »

MRC: Safety Performance Assessment of Stop-Operated Intersection Equipped with Active Road Sign

Safety Performance Assessment of Stop-Operated Intersection Equipped with Active Road Sign Authors: M. Foomani, C. Alecsandru, and A. Awasthi Publisher: Canadian Transportation Research Forum This study attempts to identify if LED STOP sign among all active sign systems is more effective in commanding drivers’ attention than common retro-reflective signs. Access Read More »

MRC: Understanding Changes in Youth Mobility

Understanding Changes in Youth Mobility Authors: Charlene Rohr, Matthew Coogan, and Rachel Weinberger Publisher: RAND Corporation This paper presents the highlights from a two-year project undertaken within the National Cooperative Highway Research Program to help transportation planners and managers understand the implications of profound changes in the nature of travel Read More »

MRC: An Act establishing a fully autonomous vehicle pilot program and supplementing Title 39 of the Revised Statutes

An Act establishing a fully autonomous vehicle pilot program and supplementing Title 39 of the Revised Statutes NJ S 3367 (New Jersey) Sponsor: Troy Singleton Bill Status: Introduced Effective Date: When enacted NJ S 3367 establishes fully autonomous vehicle pilot program. Access the full legislation

MRC: Graduated driver licensing and motor vehicle crashes involving teenage drivers: an exploratory age-stratified meta-analysis.

Graduated driver licensing and motor vehicle crashes involving teenage drivers: an exploratory age-stratified meta-analysis. Authors: M. Zhu, P. Cummings, H. Chu, JH Coben, and G. Li Publisher: National Institutes of Health This study presents an exploratory summary of available data to estimate whether GDL effects varied with age. Access the Read More »

MRC: Planning for future successes among rural volunteer driver programs: Understanding local preferences of prospective users and drivers

Planning for future successes among rural volunteer driver programs: Understanding local preferences of prospective users and drivers Author: Trevor R. Hanson Publisher: Transportation Research Board This paper presents stated preferences from prospective users and volunteers regarding anticipated factors critical to the success of a rural volunteer driver program focused on Read More »

MRC: Effect of Price Reduction and Increased Service Frequency on Public Transport Travel

Effect of Price Reduction and Increased Service Frequency on Public Transport Travel Author: Inge Brechan Publisher: Center for Urban Transportation Research This paper examines the results of a random effects meta-analysis of the results from 15 projects involving price reduction and 9 projects involving increased service frequency which showed that Read More »

MRC: An Act concerning preparing law enforcement to interact with autonomous vehicles and supplementing Title 52 of the Revised Statutes

An Act concerning preparing law enforcement to interact with autonomous vehicles and supplementing Title 52 of the Revised Statutes NJ S 3438 (New Jersey) Sponsor: Joseph Cryan Bill Status: Introduced Effective Date: When enacted NJ S 3438 requires Department of Law and Public Safety to establish training program to prepare Read More »

MRC: The many reasons millennials are shunning cars

The many reasons millennials are shunning cars Author: Emily Badger Publisher: Washington Post This article explains why millennials are making the choice not to buy cars. Access the full publication

MRC: An Act Relating to vulnerable users of public ways; amending ORS 801.608.

An Act Relating to vulnerable users of public ways; amending ORS 801.608. OR S 810 (Oregon) Sponsor: Sara Gelser Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 11-Jun-19 OR S 810 modifies definition of vulnerable user of a public way to include persons operating or riding on moped or motorcycle. Access the full Read More »

MRC: Factors that Influence the Choice of Mode of Transport in Penang: A Preliminary Analysis

Factors that Influence the Choice of Mode of Transport in Penang: A Preliminary Analysis Authors: Wei Loon Chee and Jacqueline Liza Fernandez Publisher: Procedia – Social and Behavioral Sciences This paper studies the factors that are related to the choice of mode of transport, particularly in Penang, the second most Read More »

MRC: Investigating the Determining Factors for Transit Travel Demand by Bus Mode in US Metropolitan Statistical Areas

Investigating the Determining Factors for Transit Travel Demand by Bus Mode in US Metropolitan Statistical Areas Authors: Bhuiyan Alam, Hilary Nixon, and Qiong Zhang Publisher: Mineta Transportation Institute This paper investigates the determining factors for transit travel demand by bus mode in the United States at Metropolitan Statistical Areas in Read More »

MRC: An Act concerning the use of electric vehicles, and amending and supplementing various parts of the statutory law

An Act concerning the use of electric vehicles, and amending and supplementing various parts of the statutory law NJ A 4634 (New Jersey) Sponsor: Nancy Pinkin Bill Status: Introduced Effective Date: When enacted NJ A 4634 establishes goals, initiatives, and programs to encourage and support the use of plug in Read More »

MRC: Are Bikeshare Users Different from Regular Cyclists?: A First Look at Short-Term Users, Annual Members, and Area Cyclists in the Washington, D.C., Region

Are Bikeshare Users Different from Regular Cyclists?: A First Look at Short-Term Users, Annual Members, and Area Cyclists in the Washington, D.C., Region Authors: Darren Buck, Ralph Buehler, Patricia Happ, Bradley Rawls, Payton Chung, and Natalie Borecki Publisher: Transportation Research Board This study investigates bikeshare system user travel behavior and Read More »

MRC: An Act to define electric bicycles and to provide for the regulation of electric bicycles.

An Act to define electric bicycles and to provide for the regulation of electric bicycles. SD S 187 (South Dakota) Sponsor: Jim White Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 27-Mar-19 SD S 187 provides for the ownership and operation of electric bicycles. Access the full legislation

MRC: Price Elasticities of Surface Travel Demand: A Meta-analysis of UK Evidence

Price Elasticities of Surface Travel Demand: A Meta-analysis of UK Evidence Author: Mark Wardman Publisher: Journal of Transport Economics and Policy This paper reports the largest meta-analysis yet of price elasticities of travel demand, covering 167 UK studies and 1,633 elasticities for the surface modes of car, rail, bus, and Read More »

MRC: Triggers of Urban Passenger Mode Shift – State of the Art and Model Evidence

Triggers of Urban Passenger Mode Shift – State of the Art and Model Evidence Authors: Nils Fearnley, Stefan Flügel, Marit Killi, Fredrik A Gregersen, Mark Wardman, Elise Caspersern and Jeremy P Toner Publisher: Transportation Research Procedia This research gathers existing evidence of cross-mode demand interactions (or cross elasticities) from studies Read More »

MRC: An Act to direct a study and report on the testing and operation of autonomous vehicles on public highways

An Act to direct a study and report on the testing and operation of autonomous vehicles on public highways NY S 1159 (New York) Sponsor: Chris Jacobs Bill Status: Introduced Effective Date: When enacted NY S 1159 directs a study and report on the testing and operation of autonomous vehicles Read More »

MRC: An Act to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 55, Chapter 1; Title 55, Chapter 10; Title 55, Chapter 12 and Title 55, Chapter 8, relative to electric foot scooters.

An Act to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 55, Chapter 1; Title 55, Chapter 10; Title 55, Chapter 12 and Title 55, Chapter 8, relative to electric foot scooters. TN S 1107 (Tennessee) Sponsor: Steven Dickerson Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 1-Jul-19 TN S 1107 revises requirements for the operation Read More »

MRC: London’s new late night alternative: The Night Tube + Uber

London’s new late night alternative: The Night Tube + Uber Author: Santosh Rao Publisher: Medium This article explains how increased late night hours for the Tube in London led to increased Uber usage. Access the full publication

MRC: Understanding Transport Demands and Elasticities

Understanding Transport Demands and Elasticities Author: Todd Litman Publisher: Victoria Transport Policy Institute This report describes concepts related to transport demand, investigates the influence that factors such as prices and service quality have on travel activity, and how these impacts can be measured using elasticity values. Access the full publication

MRC: Bus fare and journey time elasticities and diversion factors for all modes

Bus fare and journey time elasticities and diversion factors for all modes Authors: Fay Dunkerley, Mark Wardman, Charlene Rohr, and Nils Fearnley Publisher: RAND Corporation This study uses a rapid-evidence review process to identify evidence on bus fare and journey time elasticities and diversion factors for all modes. Access the Read More »

MRC: An Act to amend the vehicle and traffic law, in relation to the operation of motor vehicles with autonomous technology; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof

An Act to amend the vehicle and traffic law, in relation to the operation of motor vehicles with autonomous technology; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof NY S 1779 (New York) Sponsor: Luis Sepulveda Bill Status: Introduced Effective Date: When enacted NY S 1779 provides Read More »

MRC: Mobility as a Service: Concept and Practice

Mobility as a Service: Concept and Practice Publisher: National Center for Mobility Management This paper reviews the concept and piloted applications of the Mobility as a Service concept. Access the full publication

MRC: A Human Factors Perspective on Automated Driving

A Human Factors Perspective on Automated Driving Authors: M. Kyriakidis, J. C. F. de Winter, N. Stanton, T. Bellet, B. van Arem, K. Brookhuis, M. H. Martens, K. Bengler, J. Andersson, N. Merat, N. Reed, M. Flament, M. Hagenzieker, & R. Happee Publisher: Theoretical Issues in Ergonomics Science This paper Read More »

MRC: Does Public Transit reduce Car Travel Externalities?

Does Public Transit reduce Car Travel Externalities? Authors: Martin W. Adler and Jos N. van Ommeren Publisher: Tinbergen Institute This article explains how public transit subsidies in Rotterdam impacted traffic congestion accounting for different times and different areas of the city. Access the full publication

MRC: Planning for Cars That Drive Themselves: Metropolitan Planning Organizations, Regional Transportation Plans, and Autonomous Vehicles

Planning for Cars That Drive Themselves: Metropolitan Planning Organizations, Regional Transportation Plans, and Autonomous Vehicles Author: Erick Guerra Publisher: Journal of Planning Education and Research This article examines how large metropolitan planning organizations are preparing for autonomous vehicles. Access the full publication

MRC: Analyzing car ownership in Quebec City: a comparison of traditional and latent class ordered and unordered models

Analyzing car ownership in Quebec City: a comparison of traditional and latent class ordered and unordered models Authors: Sabreena Anowar, Shamsunnahar Yasmin, Naveen Eluru and Luis Miranda-Moreno Publisher: Transportation This paper analyzes car ownership in Quebec city using traditional and latent class ordered and unordered models. Access the full publication

MRC: An act allowing a local authority to set a speed limit in a school zone or near a senior citizen center without an engineering and traffic investigation; and amending Section 61-8-310, MCA.

An act allowing a local authority to set a speed limit in a school zone or near a senior citizen center without an engineering and traffic investigation; and amending Section 61-8-310, MCA. MT H 190 (Montana) Sponsor: Bruce Grubbs Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 18-Apr-19 MT H 190 revises local Read More »

MRC: Clogged Arteries: An Empirical Approach for Identifying and Addressing Localized Highway Congestion Bottlenecks

Clogged Arteries: An Empirical Approach for Identifying and Addressing Localized Highway Congestion Bottlenecks Authors: Vivek Sakhrania and Tufayel Chowdhury Publisher: Canadian Transportation Research Forum This paper develops a screening and prioritization framework for empirically identifying localized highway congestion bottlenecks using observed speeds from vehicle GPS probe data. Access the full Read More »

MRC: Cost-based analysis of autonomous mobility services

Cost-based analysis of autonomous mobility services Authors: Patrick M. Bösch, Felix Becker, Henrik Becker, Kay W. Axhausen Publisher: Transport Policy This research shows that public transportation (in its current form) will only remain economically competitive where demand can be bundled to larger units. Access the full publication

MRC: A bill for an act relating to transportation; establishing microtransit rideshare pilot program; establishing a microtransit rideshare account; requiring a report; appropriating money

A bill for an act relating to transportation; establishing microtransit rideshare pilot program; establishing a microtransit rideshare account; requiring a report; appropriating money MN H 242 (Minnesota) Sponsor: Duane Quam Bill Status: Introduced Effective Date: When enacted MN H 242 relates to transportation, establishes microtransit rideshare pilot program, establishes a Read More »

MRC: Mobility Y’ – The Emerging Travel Patterns of Generation Y

Mobility Y’ – The Emerging Travel Patterns of Generation Y Publisher: Institute for Mobility Research This paper reveals new perspectives for understanding the travel behaviour of young people, by means of an international comparison accompanied by two detailed case studies – Germany and Great Britain. Access the full publication

MRC: Modeling Transportation Systems involving Autonomous Vehicles: A State of the Art

Modeling Transportation Systems involving Autonomous Vehicles: A State of the Art Authors: Jaâfar Berrada and Fabien Leurent Publisher: Transportation Research Procedia This paper summarizes the main modeling works on transportation systems involving AVs that were published in the academic literature up to end 2016. Access the full publication

MRC: A bill for an act relating to transportation; prohibiting the use of automated driving systems; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 169

A bill for an act relating to transportation; prohibiting the use of automated driving systems; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 169 MN S 674 (Minnesota) Sponsor: Jim Abeler Bill Status: Introduced Effective Date: When enacted MN S 674 prohibits the use of automated driving systems. Access Read More »

MRC: Activity patterns, time use, and travel of millennials: a generation in transition?

Activity patterns, time use, and travel of millennials: a generation in transition? Authors: Venu M. Garikapati, Ram M. Pendyala, Eric A. Morris, Patricia L. Mokhtarian & Noreen McDonald Publisher: Transport Reviews This paper addresses how differences in travel behavior persist as millenials move through various phases of the lifecycle. Access Read More »

MRC: Commuter Mobility and Economic Performance in US Cities

Commuter Mobility and Economic Performance in US Cities Author: Justin Tyndall Publisher: Canadian Transportation Research Forum This paper attempts to measure the rate with which a commuter can traverse urban space and demonstrates that high urban mobility generates negative consequences for local employment outcomes, while contributing to economic growth. Access Read More »

MRC: Stalled: Make Big Trucks More Fuel Efficient with Smarter Infrastructure Investment

Stalled: Make Big Trucks More Fuel Efficient with Smarter Infrastructure Investment Author: Steve Viscelli Publisher: Kleinman Center for Energy Policy This article explains how big trucks can be made more efficient. Access the full publication

MRC: A bill for an act relating to transportation; establishing microtransit rideshare pilot program; establishing a microtransit rideshare account; requiring a report; appropriating money

A bill for an act relating to transportation; establishing microtransit rideshare pilot program; establishing a microtransit rideshare account; requiring a report; appropriating money MN S 2020 (Minnesota) Sponsor: Dave Senjem Bill Status: Introduced Effective Date: 1-Oct-19 MN S 2020 relates to transportation, establishes microtransit rideshare pilot program, establishes a microtransit Read More »

MRC: Millennials in Motion: Changing Travel Habits of Young Americans and the Implications for Public Policy

Millennials in Motion: Changing Travel Habits of Young Americans and the Implications for Public Policy Authors: Tony Dutzik, Jeff Inglis and Phineas Baxandall Publisher: U.S. PIRG Education Fund This paper summarizes the growing body of knowledge about the changes that have occurred in young Americans’ transportation attitudes and behaviors over Read More »

MRC: An Act concerning low-speed electric bicycles and low-speed electric scooters, amending R.S.39:1-1, and supplementing Title 39 of the Revised Statutes.

An Act concerning low-speed electric bicycles and low-speed electric scooters, amending R.S.39:1-1, and supplementing Title 39 of the Revised Statutes. NJ S 731 (New Jersey) Sponsor: Linda Greenstein Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 13-May-19 NJ S 731 regulates the operation of low speed electric bicycles and low speed electric scooters, Read More »

MRC: Road network circuity in metropolitan areas

Road network circuity in metropolitan areas Authors: David J. Giacomin and David M. Levinson Publisher: Environment and Planning B: Urban Analytics and City Science This paper measures the circuity of the 51 most populated Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSAs) in the United States and identifies trends in those circuities between 1990 Read More »

MRC: Managing the Transition to Driverless Road Freight Transport

Managing the Transition to Driverless Road Freight Transport Publisher: International Transport Forum This report considers how a transition to driverless road freight transport could happen. Access the full publication

MRC: An Act establishing an autonomous vehicle advisory commission, establishing an autonomous vehicle testing pilot program, and providing requirements for automated vehicle deployment

An Act establishing an autonomous vehicle advisory commission, establishing an autonomous vehicle testing pilot program, and providing requirements for automated vehicle deployment NH S 216 (New Hampshire) Sponsor: David Watters Bill Status: Sent to governor Effective Date: 1-Aug-20/When enacted NH S 216 establishes an Automated Vehicle Testing and Deployment Commission Read More »

MRC: Transportation in Transition: A Look at Changing Travel Patterns in America’s Biggest Cities

Transportation in Transition: A Look at Changing Travel Patterns in America’s Biggest Cities Authors: Benjamin Davis and Phineas Baxandall Publisher: U.S. PIRG Education Fund This paper looks at travel trends in America’s largest urbanized areas, the Census-defined high-density areas that are the nation’s largest population centers and hold out-sized importance Read More »

MRC: An Act concerning insurance coverage required of autocycles and amending P.L.2016, c.35 and P.L.1983, c.362.

An Act concerning insurance coverage required of autocycles and amending P.L.2016, c.35 and P.L.1983, c.362. NJ S 2720 (New Jersey) Sponsor: Patrick Diegnan Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 10-May-19 NJ S 2720 requires autocycles to be insured by Personal Injury Protection, or PIP, coverage to pedestrians, defines autocycle, motorcycle, and Read More »

MRC: Investigation of the Determinants of Travelers’ Mental Knowledge of Public Parking Facilities

Investigation of the Determinants of Travelers’ Mental Knowledge of Public Parking Facilities Authors: Mario Cools, Peter van der Waerden and Davy Janssens Publisher: Transportation Research Board This paper describes a study of car drivers’ familiarity with the parking situation in the vicinity of a 4 regional shopping center. Access the Read More »

MRC: Ghost Driver: A Field Study Investigating the Interaction Between Pedestrians and Driverless Vehicles

Ghost Driver: A Field Study Investigating the Interaction Between Pedestrians and Driverless Vehicles Authors: Dirk Rothenbucher, Jamy Li, David Sirkin, Brian Mok and Wendy Ju Publisher: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers This paper outlines a novel method for performing observational field experiments to investigate interactions with driverless cars. Access Read More »

MRC: An Act concerning insurance for self-driving motor vehicles and amending P.L.1972, c.70 and P.L.1972, c.197

An Act concerning insurance for self-driving motor vehicles and amending P.L.1972, c.70 and P.L.1972, c.197 NJ S 1530 (New Jersey) Sponsor: Nia Gill Bill Status: Introduced Effective Date: When enacted NJ S 1530 clarifies that owners of self-driving motor vehicles must comply with existing insurance requirements. Access the full publication

MRC: A New Direction: Our Changing Relationship with Driving and the Implications for America’s Future

A New Direction: Our Changing Relationship with Driving and the Implications for America’s Future Authors: Tony Dutzik and Phineas Baxandall Publisher: U.S. PIRG Education Fund This paper examines Americans’ changing relationships with driving and the implications of it for the future of transportation in America. Access the full publication

MRC: An Act concerning the study of school bus passenger safety and making an appropriation.

An Act concerning the study of school bus passenger safety and making an appropriation. NJ A 4224 (New Jersey) Sponsor: P. Christopher Tully Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 1-Aug-19 NJ A 4224 directs the Commissioner of Education to study safety of school bus passengers in certain emergency situations including school Read More »

MRC: Estimating the Crash Reduction and Vehicle Dynamics Effects of Flashing LED Stop Signs

Estimating the Crash Reduction and Vehicle Dynamics Effects of Flashing LED Stop Signs Authors: Gary A. Davis, John Hourdos, and Hui Xiong Publisher: Minnesota Department of Transportation This study records vehicle approaches at an intersection before and after installation of flashing LED stop signs. Access the full publication

MRC: Tackling road congestion – What might it look like in the future under a collaborative and connected mobility model?

Tackling road congestion – What might it look like in the future under a collaborative and connected mobility model? Author: David A. Hensher Publisher: Transport Policy This paper looks at a number of themes as a way of highlighting possibilities and challenges and promotes a position that congestion may not Read More »

MRC: Canadian Transportation Research Forum: Investigating Safety Impact of Backlit Pedestrian Crossing Sign Using Driver Behavior Analysis

Investigating Safety Impact of Backlit Pedestrian Crossing Sign Using Driver Behavior Analysis, 2016 Authors: Foomani Matin, Ciprian Alecsandru, and Patrick Lauziere Publisher: Canadian Transportation Research Forum This paper discusses the effectiveness of BLS ped-crossing signs and benchmarked it to standard BLS. Access the full publication

MRC: Modes Less Traveled—Bicycling and Walking to Work in the United States: 2008–2012

Modes Less Traveled—Bicycling and Walking to Work in the United States: 2008–2012 Author: Brian McKenzie Publisher: US Census Bureau This report provides a national overview of commuting by bicycle and walking in the United States. Access the full publication  

MRC: The Rise and Fall of Dockless Bike Sharing in Dallas

The Rise and Fall of Dockless Bike Sharing in Dallas Author: Leif Reigstad Publisher: TexasMonthly This articles explains the failure of dockless bike sharing in Dallas. Access the full publication

MRC: How Cities Can Use Autonomous Vehicles to Increase Transit Ridership and Reduce Household Vehicle Ownership

How Cities Can Use Autonomous Vehicles to Increase Transit Ridership and Reduce Household Vehicle Ownership Authors: Bern Grush and John Niles Publisher: Canadian Transportation Research Forum This paper discusses how cities can use autonomous vehicles to increase transit ridership and reduce household vehicle ownership. Access the full publication

MRC: Are Millennials Really the “Go-Nowhere” Generation?

Are Millennials Really the “Go-Nowhere” Generation? Author: Noreen C. McDonald Publisher: Journal of the American Planning Association This paper analyzes travel patterns in the United States over the past two decades. Access the full publication

MRC: Just a better taxi? A survey-based comparison of taxis, transit, and ridesourcing services in San Francisco

Just a better taxi? A survey-based comparison of taxis, transit, and ridesourcing services in San Francisco Authors: Susan Shaheen, Lisa Rayle and Nelson Chan Publisher: Transport Policy This study presents exploratory evidence of how “ridesourcing” services (app-based, on-demand ride services like Uber and Lyft) are used in San Francisco. Access Read More »

MRC: Generation Y’s Travel Behavior and Perceptions of Walkability Constraints

Generation Y’s Travel Behavior and Perceptions of Walkability Constraints Authors: Maria Kamargianni, and Amalia Polydoropoulou Publisher: Transportation Research Board This paper investigates the interrelationship between urban environment and walking to school and how teenagers’ perceptions of walkability (i.e., how friendly an area is to walking) constraints affected their mode choice. Read More »

MRC: Understanding the Differences in Lane Change Maneuvers of Cars and Heavy Vehicles on Freeways

Understanding the Differences in Lane Change Maneuvers of Cars and Heavy Vehicles on Freeways Authors: Umair Durrani, Chris Lee, and Peibo Zhao Publisher: Canadian Transportation Research Forum This paper addresses the limitations in the definition of the LCD and examines the effects of various factors such as vehicle types in Read More »

MRC: Preparing Communities for Autonomous Vehicles

Preparing Communities for Autonomous Vehicles Author: Jennifer Henaghan Publisher: American Planning Association This paper summarizes the findings of a symposium and research on the implications of autonomous vehicles for cities and regions. Access the full publication

MRC: The Micro-Mobility Revolution

The Micro-Mobility Revolution Publisher: Populus This report presents new findings on the introduction and adoption of new micro-mobility services, including electric scooters, in the United States based on analysis of Populus data from May to July 2018. Access the full publication

MRC: Does Social Networking Substitute for or Stimulate Teenagers’ Travel? Findings from a Latent Class Model.

Does Social Networking Substitute for or Stimulate Teenagers’ Travel? Findings from a Latent Class Model. Authors: Maria Kamargianni, and Amalia Polydoropoulou Publisher: International Choice Modeling Conference This paper investigates and quantifies the influence of various social networking (SN) usage styles on adolescents’ travel behavior. Access the full publication

MRC: An Act concerning Vehicle Laws – Electric Bicycles – Equipment and Operation

An Act concerning Vehicle Laws – Electric Bicycles – Equipment and Operation MD S 935 (Maryland) Sponsor: Jeff Waldstreicher Bill Status: Enacted Effective Date: 1-Oct-19 MD S 935 establishes certain classes of electric bicycles, establishes that electric bicycles may be operated in any place where bicycles are allowed to travel, Read More »

MRC: Impacts of Illegal On-Street Parking on Toronto’s CBD Congestion

Impacts of Illegal On-Street Parking on Toronto’s CBD Congestion Authors: Ahmed Ramadan and Matthew Roorda Publisher: Canadian Transportation Research Forum This paper uses traffic microsimulation to study the impact of illegal parking on congestion during the A.M. peak period in Toronto’s CBD. Access the full publication

I Always Feel Like Somebody’s Watching Me

By Melonie Curry, MBA I recently saw a news alert that Google purchased Fitbit. I already felt like they are tracking my every move and conversation (and they are), and I refused to provide them any additional data. So I turned off my Fitbit. Victory! I took control of my Read More »

March 3: Online Instructor-Led Course: Analysis & Application of Technology

March 3, 2020

About the course:  The development and introduction of new technology in all aspects of our lives is happening at a pace never experienced before. This is certainly true in how we manage and conduct business in the parking and mobility sector. In this session we will discuss new and emerging technologies, Read More »

2020 Midwest Regional Conference Sponsorship Opportunities

Title Sponsor ($2000) SOLD Two complimentary registrations to 2020 MWRC Slide in opening presentation (designed by sponsor) Logo on attendee swag bag Most visible logo and name recognition on all promotional emails Most visible logo and name recognition on event landing page Most visible logo and name recognition in event Read More »

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Member News: Heidi Moran Named Propark Mobility’s Vice President of Operations

Hartford, Connecticut – Propark Mobility announced today that it has appointed Heidi Moran as the company’s Vice President of Operations. “As one of Propark’s longest-tenured professionals, Heidi Moran has been an instrumental contributor to the company’s growth over the last several decades,” explained Rick DiPietro, Propark Mobility’s President. “Her leadership Read More »

Micro-mobility, Parking, Data, and Your Operation: Looking Ahead

By Nathan Donnell, CAPP The micro-mobility movement has exploded around the globe in the last three to five years. Government agencies woke up to find e-scooters and bikes dropped onto sidewalks for the general public to use. For the most part, the public has embraced this new form of transportation. Read More »

Member News: ParkHub and HERE Technologies Team Up to Help Consumers Find Convenient Parking Spots and Create a Delightful Location-Enabled User Experience

March 2, 2020

ParkHub and HERE to become strategic partners in North America; HERE plans to bolster its leading location-based services and indoor mapping solutions with ParkHub’s real-time parking inventory network. DALLAS, February 20, 2020 – ParkHub, the leading B2B parking technology company, has partnered with HERE, a global location data and technology Read More »

Member News: ParkMobile Hits 18 Million User Milestone and Brings on Experienced COO to Help Scale the Business for Future Growth

Atlanta-based smart mobility tech company grew its user base 110% over the past two years and is forecasted to surpass 22 million in 2020  ATLANTA, GA – February 19, 2020 – ParkMobile, the leading provider of smart parking and mobility solutions in the U.S., today announced it hit the 18 Read More »

Member News: Access Professional Systems Chosen to Install State-Of-The-Art Parking Technology at Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa

Palm Desert, CA (Feb 24th, 2020)— Access Professional Systems (APS) announced today that it has been selected by The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa in Palm Desert, California to install an advanced TIBA parking technology suite. The equipment will be paired with Westin’s Opera PMS interface to provide Read More »

Member News: inugo releases new Customer Management Platform

inugo, a leader in digital parking management, has launched its latest version of the inugo Customer Management Platform in the US. The platform has a brand new look and increased functionality, making the management of parking facilities easier than ever. “We are excited to launch the newest version of the Read More »

Income-based Parking Fines Floated in Boston

Saying they’re concerned about undue burdens that  may be inadvertently placed on less prosperous residents, the Boston City Council last week floated a proposal for a sliding scale for parking fines based on income. If approved, parking fines could be based on a driver’s income taxes, which would make tickets Read More »

MSTPA 2020 Annual Spring Conference & Trade Show

Registration is now OPEN! Join us this upcoming March 2nd-4th, 2020 for the MSTPA Annual Spring Conference in Sandestin, FL. With over 100 attendees and exhibitors annually, the conference is sure to be a great opportunity for networking, parking-based learning and stimulating discussion. We hope to see you there!  

Shining Up Our Spotlight

February 28, 2020

By Justin Grunert, MSM Thanks to all who submitted multiple individuals and projects for IPMI’s 2020 awards programs and to all of our volunteer awards committee members for their hard work and hours of review. We enjoyed a record number of entries for our revamped Award of Excellence categories, Professional Read More »

“Posh Parking” Trend Takes Off

February 27, 2020

“Robot technology, a demand for residential space, and shrinking municipally mandated parking requirements are driving the transformation of private parking in major cities,” says an article in Business Jet Traveler. And that’s led to the birth of what the publication calls “posh parking.” Examples: The Porsche Design Tower, Miami, which Read More »

Member News: Albuquerque Modernizes its Parking Operations with Passport

February 26, 2020

The city launches the Passport Parking app and digital enforcement system   Albuquerque, N.M. (Feb. 24, 2020) — New Mexico’s largest city has partnered with Passport, the leading mobility platform for parking and transportation payments, to manage its parking operations. The upgraded system will streamline Albuquerque’s operations by integrating their Read More »

Member News: Parking in Revere now Mobile-Friendly with Passport Parking

Drivers can now use the app to easily manage parking sessions   Revere, Mass. (Feb. 6, 2020) — Beginning today, drivers in the City of Revere can pay for parking easily and efficiently through the Passport Parking app. This is the first time the city has partnered with a mobile Read More »

Member News: AA Diesel Truck Bodies gains 10-plus years of product life for end users with Hardox® wear plate

For 20 years, family company AA Diesel Truck Bodies has supplied custom-made truck bodies to the demanding Australian transport industry. Hardox® steel in the body units helps the end user to reduce weight by 10 to 20 percent and increase the payload. “We started using Hardox wear plate because Australian Read More »

Member News: Municipal Parking Services’ Smart Meter Technology In Flint Michigan Selected As Finalist For 2020 IDC Smart Cities North America Awards

MINNETONKA, Minn (Feb 19, 2020) – Smart city technology company Municipal Parking Services, Inc. (“MPS”) announced today that its Sentry System parking management technology is the source technology for Flint AutoPark, a project that has been identified as one of three finalists in the Transportation Infrastructure category for the 2020 Read More »

Member News: Flowbird Partners With Carolina Time – Strengthens Local Presence In Eastern U.S.

Carolina Time Equipment becomes newest local resource for mobility solutions   Moorestown, NJ – Flowbird Group, the world’s leader in curbside management and urban mobility solutions, has announced its partnership with Carolina Time Equipment, the leading parking and access systems supplier based in Charlotte, North Carolina. The exclusive agreement will Read More »

The Parking Podcast Episode (E22): An Interview with Kim Jackson and a Conversation about Training

Kim Jackson, Director of Transportation & Parking Services at Princeton University, discusses training, IPMI and mentorship. Check it out here. https://www.parkingcast.com/

Member News: ParkVia in Hat-Trick of Contract Renewals with airBaltic

Europe’s favourite airport parking retailer, ParkVia, has secured its third consecutive contract renewal with Latvia’s flag carrier, airBaltic. With a partnership dating back to 2014, ParkVia has worked alongside the airline over the last six years to offer passengers the option of pre-booking parking at one of 80 European airports Read More »

Trends to Track

By Casey Jones, CAPP With the daily grind of attending to schedules, HR issues, and constant emails, it’s difficult sometimes to do more than keep your nose to the grinding stone. But missing out on the big picture may keep an organization from adapting to our changing world and staying Read More »

Charging Ahead

February 25, 2020

By Robert Ferrin The City of Columbus, Ohio, was the recipient of a $10 million Paul G. Allen Family Foundation Grant that’s purpose was to lay a practical path to replacing carbon-based fuel consumption and inspire action to protect and sustain the environment through decarbonization and electrification. One of Columbus’ Read More »

Parking Demand Down Due to Ride-Share at Atlanta Airport

February 24, 2020

Officials at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport say parking demand is down so much that a planned garage expansion is no longer necessary, and they say ride-share is behind the drop. So many passengers are using Uber and Lyft to get to and from the airport that plans to double the Read More »

Nice is Trending

February 21, 2020

By Shawn Conrad, CAE One way I like to stay on top of things is to follow trends. I especially like to watch how issues are trending throughout the year. Current industry issues like Complete Streets, Vision Zero, regulating TNCs, or combating disabled parking  abuse are trending in many municipalities. Read More »

My E-scooter Rental Experiment

February 20, 2020

By Scott C. Bauman, CAPP Last fall, I took my family into Denver for a special excursion–to rent electric scooters for the very first time and explore our vibrant downtown. The experience was quite informative. We rode all around the central business district, stopped for some famous local ice cream, Read More »

2020 Midwest Regional Parking & Mobility Conference

February 19, 2020

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Collaboration

By Robert Ferrin The parking, mobility, and transportation industry is changing at a head-spinning rate and driving us to innovate and be responsive to our customers, new technology, and increasing demand for the curb and parking space. As the industry changes, expectations have increased for what a parking and mobility Read More »

Do Parking Enforcement Officers need Bicycle Training?

February 18, 2020

By: Pamela Corbin, CAPP Many municipalities use bicycles for parking enforcement, parking ambassador programs, and law enforcement, but they don’t all have bicycle safety training. As cities become more congested, the need for bike patrols will increase, but is bicycle training needed? Everyone learned to ride a bike as a Read More »

No Driverless Cars Yet? Blame Human Nature

By some estimates, we should have been relaxing in our autonomous cars by now. But that dream keeps getting pushed back, and Fast Company says they know why: Basic human nature. Developers tend to assume that people can “partially” pay attention while using a “semiautonomous” car. Levels 2-4 describe certain Read More »

Sorry, Were You Talking?

February 14, 2020

By Cindy Campbell You’re probably familiar with the important concept of talking less and listening more. Author Susan Cain once wrote, “We have two ears and one mouth and we should use them proportionally.” It’s troubling, then, that so many abandon the practice of listening as they climb the ladder Read More »

The Benefits of Funding Retirement Healthcare Benefits

February 13, 2020

By Scott A. Petri As a result of long-standing financial prudence, the Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA), a state agency, has recently been able to fully fund the present-day value of its post-retirement healthcare benefits for employees.  Why is that important? When I served on the state Appropriations Committee, I saw firsthand Read More »

New England Parking Council (NEPC) Municipal Forum

  REGISTER HERE The NEPC Municipal forum will be held at the Boston Marriott Newton, located at 2345 Commonwealth Avenue, Newton, MA, 02459. NEPC has reserved a block of single rooms at a rate of $169.00. Book your room today at the Boston Marriott Newton at our group rate of $169.00. All reservations Read More »

IPMI On-Demand Webinar: Supporting Mobility in an Open Environment

February 12, 2020

On-Demand Fee: $35.00 for IPMI Members, $85.00 for Non-Members Description: When it comes to mobility, the future of parking is here. You just need to know where to look. Parking professionals across the globe are seeking new ways to promote mobility and apply planning approaches and new technologies to their Read More »

The Double Parking Conundrum

We see on-street parking competition from transit, bicycles, online shopping delivery trucks, shared mobility service companies, and a variety of other usages. People love convenience, but the rigid, daily demand for on-street parking has consequences, including double parking. Anyone who has driven in a city knows the frustration of encountering Read More »

IPMI On-Demand Webinar: Supporting Mobility in an Open Environment

February 12 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm EST On-Demand Fee: $35.00 for IPMI Members, $50.00 for Non-Members Description: When it comes to mobility, the future of parking is here. You just need to know where to look. Parking professionals across the globe are seeking new ways to promote mobility Read More »

Growing Pains: Points to Ponder

February 11, 2020

By Teri Morkunas, CAPP Those who work in bustling city parking facilities have a real challenge. You have major corporations moving in that buy up all of the monthly parking in garages in anticipation of future need and do not use the space because they have not completed their move. Read More »

Texas Parking & Transportation Association (TPTA) Winter 2020 Roundtable

February 10, 2020

WINTER 2020 ROUNDTABLE – COLLEGE STATION, TX  Free event for Parking & Transportation Professionals! WHO:      All parking & transportation professionals WHAT:    Join TPTA for a free networking mixer on February 10, 2020 at Mo’s Irish Pub 6:30 pm and then join us the following day for a free informative Roundtable Read More »

Member News: Crane Payment Innovations Announces

Acquisition of Cummins Allison   Malvern, PA (Feb 4, 2020) – Crane Payment Innovations (CPI), a Crane Co. company and global leader in banknote and coin validation, cashless payment systems, and asset management software, today announced the acquisition of Cummins Allison, a leading provider of coin, currency and check handling Read More »

Member News: Bristol Airport Partners with IDeaS to Optimize Parking Inventory

BRS will utilize IDeaS Car Park Revenue Management System to improve forecasting capabilities and automate complex, manual processes   MINNEAPOLIS—Feb. 4, 2020—IDeaS Revenue Solutions, the world’s leading provider of revenue management software and services, will implement its Car Park Revenue Management System (CPRMS) at Bristol Airport (BRS) to optimize 17,000+ Read More »

Nevada Drops Parallel Parking from Driving Test

Nevada joined the growing fray of states to drop parallel parking from its driving test to sighs of relief from teenagers and howls of protest from many of their parents. It is the 17th state to remove the skill from licensing exams. State officials said they stopped testing for parallel Read More »

Inconsiderate Defined

February 7, 2020

By Michelle W. Jones, CAE, CMP Merriam-Webster provides a definition of “inconsiderate” as “heedless, thoughtless,” and “careless of the rights or feelings of others.” On Sunday, my 22-year-old niece posted this photo with a poignant message on Facebook: “Just because it is Super Bowl Sunday doesn’t mean it gives you Read More »

Behind the Keyboard: Cybercrime and Parking

February 6, 2020

During the past generation, parking has become incredibly technology-centric with the introduction of parking guidance technology, frictionless parking suites, and more advanced parking access revenue control systems (PARCS) making parking more convenient and manageable than ever before. Parking professionals just a generation ago could never have predicted the evolution of Read More »

Supporting Mobility in an Open Environment

February 5, 2020

By Roamy Valera, CAPP Next Wednesday, I’ll have the pleasure of presenting an IPMI webinar: Supporting Mobility In An Open Environment. Mobility is a rapidly evolving discipline within the urban planning and parking fields, and I hope to inspire a conversation about how we can do a better job of Read More »

Member News: LAZ Partners with City of Westminster On Parking  

February 4, 2020

Contract calls for advising the City of Westminster on Downtown and Westminster Station parking solutions Denver, CO – Feb. 3, 2020. LAZ Parking announced today that it has signed a contract with the City of Westminster, Colorado to help develop parking solutions for the City of Westminster’s Downtown area and Read More »

A Partnership for a Community Purpose

By Alejandra “Alex” Argudin, CAPP, LEED AP Do you ever look at an underutilized parking lot and think to yourself, “There is so much potential to do something great for the community here!” As more and more high-rises transform the skylines and the hustle and bustle of cities are palpable, Read More »

Driverless Buses to Hit Real Roads in Florida

February 3, 2020

Twelve-passenger, driverless buses will hit real roads in Gainesville, Fla., later this year, marking the first time autonomous shuttles travel among other traffic in the U.S. Currently in testing on closed courses, the EasyMile electric buses will run four-mile routes between downtown Gainesville and the University of Florida. They’ll have Read More »

#IPMI2020 Smart Cities Pavilion Competition: EXTENDED TO FEB. 1, 2020

February 1, 2020

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Whatcha Reading?

January 31, 2020

By Rachel Yoka, CAPP, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP Not all people are born readers. In school we are assigned books that are selected to shape our worldview and educate us, and hopefully open our minds to different concepts, cultures, and perspectives. As a young person, I hope you found Read More »

Member News: ParkHub Supports SP+ GAMEDAY at the Big Game for the Fifth Year Running

January 30, 2020

The company’s parking management technology improves the parking experience for operators and fans DALLAS, TX. – January 30, 2020 – For the fifth consecutive year, SP+ GAMEDAY has teamed up with ParkHub, the leading B2B parking technology provider, to help fans park in time for the Big Game. Boasting a Read More »

Member News: Mayor Young Applauds New Partnership Between the Parking Authority of Baltimore City and SpotAngels

The “Waze for Parking” App Helps Users Find Parking   BALTIMORE, MD.  — Finding a parking spot in Baltimore City just got a little easier. The Parking Authority of Baltimore City (PABC) announces its partnership with SpotAngels, the first free, community-based parking app that helps drivers identify parking that meets Read More »

Are You Too High Up to Bend Down?

By Jennifer Carroll My management philosophy is to lead by example. If I can do it, you can do it too. In my first parking manager position, I worked in all the different positions we had–cashier, auditor, shuttle driver, etc. I remember when I trained with someone in maintenance, he Read More »

The Future of Fleets

January 29, 2020

Fleets of self-driving vehicles are about to become the norm. What does that mean for the parking and mobility industry? We’ll give you a hint: They’re driverless. Autonomous vehicles will change the fundamentals of the entire transportation landscape, and that includes fleets–and the way they interact with parking and mobility Read More »

When Will They Ever Learn?

January 28, 2020

By David M. Feehan I am going to be kind and not identify the exact location where the meter pictured in this photo is located. Suffice it to say that I was attending a meeting in a Washington D.C., suburb on a rainy evening. As usual, I was running late Read More »

Member News: ORBILITY Commits to Major Expansion in the United States

January 27, 2020

Orbility announces new CEO for the US   PARIS, FRANCE, Jan. 10, 2020 — Orbility, an OSP Inc. brand, announced today that it has appointed Michael H. Bigbee, a senior industry executive, as the new CEO for the United States, reflecting the company’s commitment to expand the company’s presence in Read More »

Member News: EDC Corporation Launches AIMS MobilePay Consumer Mobile Payment App as Extension to its AIMS Parking Management Solution Site

New app offers customers increased convenience – while increasing revenue opportunities and operational efficiencies for municipalities, higher-education, and other customers utilizing AIMS Parking Management platform. Syracuse, NY – EDC Corporation, the Syracuse, NY-based developer of the AIMS Parking Management suite of parking management solutions, announced today that it has officially Read More »

The Man Behind Ohio’s AV Testing Facility

Most people don’t know much about the Transportation Research Center, the second largest vehicle testing site in the U.S. Established in 1962, it’s now credited as being a major force behind autonomous vehicle development; the cars and other vehicles are tested and researched on the site’s miles of track. You’ve Read More »

The Language of Parking

January 24, 2020

By Kathleen Federici, MEd Our local borough’s parking garage just moved from a pay-and-display meter to a type-in-your-license-plate and be-on-your-way meter. Change, however, is not something most folks are comfortable with. This even applies to the new meter on the bottom floor of our local parking garage. I am in Read More »

Member News: Park Assist’s M4 System Chosen to Upgrade Parking at SouthPointe Pavilions

January 23, 2020

LINCOLN, NEBRASKA – January 22nd, 2020 – Park Assist® has been selected by RED Development to install its M4 Parking Guidance System (PGS) at SouthPointe Pavilions in Lincoln, Nebraska. SouthPointe Pavilions is a bustling open-air shopping destination featuring over 55 shops, restaurants, and a movie theater complex. In addition to Read More »

Member News: FlashParking Welcomes Jonathan Evens as New Regional VP of Sales, Central Region

Industry veteran will leverage his 13 years of parking experience to grow Central US sales team and introduce Flash’s Mobility Hub Operating System to his core customer base  Austin, Texas (January 22, 2020) – FlashParking, the leader in parking technology, today announced the hiring of industry veteran Jonathan Evens as its Read More »

Discovering the Future of Mobility–in a Video Game?

By Matt Davis Parking does not have a lot of crossover with pop culture, so imagine my surprise to discover an innovative vision of the future of parking and mobility in an unlikely place: a video game. If you’re familiar with the video game industry or have a kid who’s Read More »

Member News: FlexPost® Welcomes New Team Member – Jeremy Johnson

January 22, 2020

Holland, Michigan, 1/20/20 – For Immediate Release FlexPost Inc., a leader and innovative manufacturer of flexible signposts and bollard units, is proud to welcome Jeremy Johnson to our already-talented team. Jeremy has recently joined FlexPost as an Internal Sales and Marketing Coordinator. Jeremy brings over 20 years of sales and Read More »

Member News: ParkMobile Partners with the University of Georgia to Provide Smarter Parking Options Around Campus

Atlanta-based company continues to add users and expand service in cities, venues and universities across the state of Georgia Athens, GA – 2020 – ParkMobile, the leading provider of smart parking and mobility solutions in the U.S., announced today the launch of service at the University of Georgia’s main campus Read More »

Member News: BBVA Stadium Selects ParkMobile as Official Parking Partner

New service allows fans to easily reserve parking spots in advance for Houston Dynamo and Dash soccer matches and other events at the stadium  Houston TX, – January 14, 2020 – BBVA Stadium today announced a new partnership with ParkMobile, the leading provider of smart parking and mobility solutions in North America, as the official provider of parking reservations for events at the venue. Using the ParkMobile website, BBVA Read More »

Technological Flux and Basic Fundamentals

By Tom Wunk, CAPP The parking industry has been and continues to be in a state of “technological flux.” This includes advances in parking control technology, construction, payments, and even the automobile itself (think navigation and GPS, back-up cameras, remote start, etc.). Coupled with the need to stay in touch Read More »

U.K. District Offers Free Parking for Electric Vehicles

January 21, 2020

In response to what it’s calling a “climate emergency,” one district in the United Kingdom plans to offer free parking for electric vehicles. Traditionally-fueled vehicles will continue to pay to park. The Warwick District Council announced the plan yesterday, offering parking permits at no charge to drivers of EVs; it Read More »

IPMI Webinar: Utilizing Technology: A How-To Guide on Converting to a Virtual and Electronic Parking Environment

January 19, 2020

January 15 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm EST Live Online Webcast: $35.00 for IPMI Members, $50.00 for Non-Members Description: In an industry where parking technology is evolving more rapidly than many can wrap their minds around, how does one know what technologies to leverage and how they can truly Read More »

My Stupid Furnace and Brand Loyalty

January 17, 2020

By Kim Fernandez Three weeks ago, I realized mid-day that I was colder than usual. That was because my furnace wouldn’t kick in. I said some not-very-nice words, tromped downstairs, took the whole system down starting at the thermostat and finishing at the power source, waited a minute, brought it Read More »

Member News: Leading Curb Management Company, Coord, Launches Digital Curb Challenge Across North America

January 16, 2020

Up to three cities across North America will be selected to partner with Coord to undertake a free, curb space management pilot program in 2020 to create more efficient, safe and accessible streets   NEW YORK— January 15, 2020— Coord, the industry-leading curb management company, today announced the launch of the Digital Read More »

Uber Joins Call for Mandated Mobility Features, Regulations

Uber, one of the granddaddies of transportation network companies, this week added its voice to those asking the U.S. Congress to prioritize the safety of bike and scooter users through a number of incentives: New mobility infrastructure legislation that would require bike lanes be included on newly repaved roads according Read More »

IPMI Webinar: Utilizing Technology: A How-To Guide on Converting to a Virtual and Electronic Parking Environment

January 15, 2020

Live Online Webcast: $35.00 for IPMI Members, $85.00 for Non-Members Description: In an industry where parking technology is evolving more rapidly than many can wrap their minds around, how does one know what technologies to leverage and how they can truly benefit their organization?  The “Utilizing Technology: A How-To Guide Read More »

Parking Takes Flight

By Casey Jones, CAPP Just more than 116 years ago, Orville Wright piloted the first flight in a “heavier than air” machine at present-day Kill Devil Hills, N.C. The Wright brothers’ success was not guaranteed and plenty of people believed we’d have wings on our backs if we were meant Read More »

Non-paying “Parkers” Causing Real Problems

January 14, 2020

By William R. Conner, CAPP Hey, anybody out there have any solutions to a pigeon problem in a garage? The problem was noticed last spring on level one of the garage around the exit. Pigeons were roosting on the beams above the exit gates and depositing all their droppings on Read More »

Survey: What Automakers are Building Isn’t Necessarily What Consumers Want

January 13, 2020

Autonomous and connected vehicles are all the rage in the news and among automakers, but a new survey shows they’re not necessarily as popular among consumers. Delotte’s 11th annual Global Consumer Automotive Study asked 35,000 consumers in 20 countries about the transportation that interests them. Among the findings: Interest in Read More »

Happy Anew Year!

January 10, 2020

By Tiffany Smith, MBA Everyone is returning to work after vacations, holidays or maybe even returning to normal routines after the slowdown from closing out one year and opening another. Jumping back in can be a little challenging. How do you reignite the enthusiasm, motivation, and drive in your team? This is Read More »

Oregon Establishes Mobility Office

Oregon yesterday named three members to its new Office of Mobility and Mega Project Delivery, which was established to find ways to ease construction and improve mobility. Among its first projects will be developing a tolling and congestion pricing model. The office’s members are experienced in transportation and tolling in Read More »

Member News: Park Assist Launches Parking at UCSD’s Living and Learning Center into the Future

January 9, 2020

  LA JOLLA, CALIFORNIA – January 8th, 2020 – Park Assist® has been selected to install its M4 Parking Guidance System (PGS) at the University of California San Diego’s newly constructed Living and Learning Campus. Referred to as UCSD, this public university located in La Jolla, California, is working to create Read More »

Member News: TagMaster North America Welcomes Waldemar Batistella as Its New Vice President of Operations

Industry veteran Waldemar Batistella brings over 30 years of experience to TagMaster NA’s executive team   Tacoma, WA (January 2020) – TagMaster North America, Inc., a leading provider of advanced identification and mobility solutions, announces the appointment of industry veteran Waldemar Batistella as their new Vice President of Operations. As Read More »

Member News: CES Reveal: Mobility Hub Operating System from FlashParking is the Key for Smart Cities to Transition Parking Assets into Mobility Hubs

Single Platform for Real Estate Owners and Operators to Manage Mobility Hubs that Deliver Parking Plus Mobility Services on Display Demoing at CES   January 7, 2020 (Las Vegas, NV) – At CES 2020, FlashParking, the leader in parking technology, will unveil their Mobility Hub Operating System: a platform powering Read More »

Member News: Denison Parking Announces Acquisition of EZ Park of Indianapolis

Denison Parking is now the operator of EZ Park of Indianapolis facilities   (Indianapolis, IN, January 6, 2020) Denison Parking, an Indianapolis-based parking operator, has announced the acquisition of all EZ Park’s operations effective January 1, 2020. EZ Park of Indianapolis was the second largest parking operator in central Indiana. Read More »

Member News: Booking Beyond the Web – ParkVia Announces 2020 Voice Booking Plans

On the back of its strongest peak period ever, Europe’s favourite airport parking retailer, ParkVia, has announced ambitious plans to evolve its successful e-commerce platform for 2020. As consumers become more sophisticated with the online shopping experience and demand more from the buying process, creating an additional booking stream was the next logical step in ParkVia’s growth strategy. Adopting the competitive advantage Read More »

Laying the Groundwork

The right steps to extend the life of your parking facility. Read the full article here.

Parking Tax Repealed

By Jim Sayre, CAPP On December 20, the so-called “parking tax,” more formally known as Section 512(a)(7) of the IRS code, was repealed. This tax was enacted as part of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act in 2017 and was imposed on “qualified transportation fringe benefits.” In many cases, this Read More »

From Tesla to Parking: An Executive’s Bold Move

January 8, 2020

Tesla is almost always near the top of lists of innovative, disruptive companies. How could it not be? Known for its long-range, electric vehicles and increasing strides on autonomy, the company is an undisputed leader in the innovative-mobility space. So when Neil Golson, head of Tesla’s energy marketing sales and Read More »

Online Instructor Led Course: Analysis and Application of Technology

January 7, 2020

About the course:  The development and introduction of new technology in all aspects of our lives is happening at a pace never experienced before. This is certainly true in how we manage and conduct business in the parking and mobility sector. In this session we will discuss new and emerging Read More »

Working the Holidays

By Jennifer Carroll, CAPP How do you spend your holidays–the same way your team does? The  holidays are usually very busy or very slow for many of us. In my part of the parking world, most locations are 24/7/365. Sure, we inform all perspective employees that we are open holidays, Read More »

NYC Begins Placard Abuse Crackdown

January 6, 2020

The New York Police Department will begin a crackdown on city-issued parking placard abusers today. “Due to new laws passed by the city council on placard abuse, multiple units are tasked to enforce and document the abusers by taking photos of cars, plates and placards to record and submit to Read More »

Ski Resort Implements Paid Parking, Season Passholders File Suit

January 3, 2020

Paid parking is at the center of a lawsuit alleging breach of contract and fraud against the owner of a Lake Tahoe ski resort. Northstar California Resort announced in October that a previously free-to-park lot would convert to paid parking this ski season, with rates of $10 per day on Read More »

Transformation by Communication

January 2, 2020

By Blake Fitch, CAPP The City of Aspen, Colo., Parking Department was recently assigned the task of addressing a section of town and transforming it into an enforcement zone. The city has four residential parking zones–A, B, C, and D–that have been in effect since the inception of paid parking Read More »

NYE on the Strip: Party with 300,000 of Your Closest Friends

December 31, 2019

Editor’s Note: The IPMI Blog is re-posting some of our biggest hits from 2019 through the holidays. New posts will resume on January 2. By Bruce Barclay, CAPP It is 5 p.m. on New Year’s Eve. Freeway off ramps leading to the Las Vegas Strip are being shut down to Read More »

The Hype Cycle

December 30, 2019

Editor’s Note: The IPMI Blog is re-posting some of our biggest hits from 2019 through the holidays. New posts will resume on January 2. By David Hill, CAPP, MA The other day, I happened upon an article that introduced me to the Gartner Hype Cycle. The Hype Cycle is a Read More »

Member News: NextGen Parking Awarded Contract at Denver International Airport

December 27, 2019

The City & County of Denver has awarded NextGen Parking a contract for replacement of the Parking Revenue Control System at Denver International Airport (DEN).  The $10.6 million contract calls for installation of new Designa Abacus equipment in 139 public & employee parking lanes as well as the implementation of Read More »

Member News: PayByPhone Launches in Metro Atlanta Market

PayByPhone, a leading global provider of mobile parking payment solutions, now offers Atlanta residents and visitors a simpler and better parking experience. With PayByPhone, parkers in Atlanta have access to more than 2,700 on-street spaces throughout the city. Viewed as a great additional payment choice by the City of Atlanta and its partner ATLPlus Mobility, PayByPhone Read More »

Inny or Outie?

Editor’s Note: The IPMI Blog is re-posting some of our biggest hits from 2019 through the holidays. New posts will resume on January 2. By Casey Jones, CAPP The first time I took the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), I was convinced that I misunderstood some of the questions and didn’t Read More »

Making Better Decisions Daily

December 26, 2019

Editor’s Note: The IPMI Blog is re-posting some of our biggest hits from 2019 through the holidays. New posts will resume on January 2. By Brett Wood, CAPP, PE As the parking and transportation demand management industries continue to intersect and become one, we are continually learning new ways to Read More »

In Defense of On-street Parking

December 24, 2019

Editor’s Note: The IPMI Blog is re-posting some of our biggest hits from 2019 through the holidays. New posts will resume on January 2. By David Feehan The media are full of stories of cities removing on-street parking spaces to create bike lanes. Let me state at the outset that Read More »

Happy Holidays

December 23, 2019

’Tis the season, and we couldn’t let it pass without sending our warmest holiday greetings to our members—the amazing people and organizations who keep people around the world moving and make IPMI go. We hope that amid the candles, wrapping paper, and tinsel are a few minutes to breathe and Read More »

Tell Me What You Want, What You Really, Really Want

December 20, 2019

By Justin Grunert, MSM Yes, I just quoted the Spice Girls to get your attention. Another year is coming to an end and we want to hear from you! IPMI produced 17 new courses or webinars for our members this year. That is more than one new learning opportunity a Read More »

Gig Economy Legislation Has Wide-reaching Effects for TNCs

December 19, 2019

Uber, Lyft, and other transportation network companies (TNCs) may find themselves having to rethink their models if states and the federal government pass legislation limiting the so-called gig economy, where workers essentially freelance rather than being hired as full- or part-time workers. Legislators in California and other states have begun Read More »

The Lost Ticket

December 18, 2019

By Paul Reeves, CAPP I can feel the red-hot verbs in the message before they ever push through the hand-held radio speaker. My eyes can’t hide the frustration I feel hearing the request for manager assistance at the hospital exit lane for the ninth time in three hours. Where is Read More »

Online Course: Fundamentals of Parking & Mobility

December 17, 2019

Level:  Foundational/basic course About the course:  The Fundamentals of Parking & Mobility course is a perfect way to acquaint newly-hired parking professionals with the industry to this industry. This course offers an introduction to parking planning, customer relationships, regulations and enforcement, technology, TDM, maintenance and repairs, safety and security, and mobility Read More »

ONLINE COURSE: TDM & LEED FOR PARKING

Level: Intermediate level. About the course:   This course will perform a deeper dive on transportation demand management (TDM), its relationship to parking, and how a project can best incorporate TDM to achieve desired results.  Specific synergies between Parksmart and LEED for credit opportunities will be highlighted as well as innovative ideas to Read More »

IPMI News: #IPMI2020 Launches Smart Cities Pavilion – Call for Entries Closes January 25, 2020

A new competition designed to educate and inspire innovation.     IPMI will showcase up to five cities at the 2020 IPMI Conference & Expo in San Antonio, Texas.     IPMI will recognize these cities to share the progress, programs, and innovation that is driving our industry forward. IPMI Read More »

Pittsburgh’s Downtown Housing Parking Lease Program

By William R. Conner, CAPP In 1998, the City of Pittsburgh, Pa., introduced a 10-year revitalization plan known as The Pittsburgh Downtown Plan, for the central business district. The plan identified several issues in the downtown area that required addressing; the goal was to expand the downtown life to that Read More »

Member News: Park Assist’s Parking Guidance System Chosen to Elevate Parking at Washington University’s New Garage

December 16, 2019

ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI – December 12th, 2019 – Park Assist® has been awarded the Parking Guidance System (PGS) contract for Washington University. Located in St. Louis, MO, the campus spans across nearly 170 acres and is attended by over 15,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Park Assist’s M4 camera-based smart-sensor Parking Guidance Read More »

Keeping Equipment Toasty Warm and Working in the Cold: An Alaskan Perspective.

By Martin Klein, CAPP The thermometer reads -13 degrees this morning. A parking operator might be concerned about equipment continuing to run at that temperature but having spent 30+ years managing parking in Alaska where winter temperatures of 40 below zero are not uncommon, we’ve learned how to keep things Read More »

WSJ: Curb Space is the New Gridlock

“Curb management” isn’t a new term for members of the parking and mobility profession, but it is hitting consumer media outlets for the first time. The Wall Street Journal this weekend called the space along the curb “new gridlock in America,” and outlined why delivery trucks in particular are contributing Read More »

Accessible Parking and DOT Grant Money

December 13, 2019

By Helen Sullivan, APR, Fellow PRSA If you want to help make accessible parking more accessible, the U.S. Department of Transportation may have money available to support your efforts, but hurry because the funding opportunity closes January 6, 2020. At the DOT Access and Mobility for All Summit a few Read More »

Saving Lives

December 12, 2019

By Larry J. Cohen, CAPP In the aftermath of a handful of suicides from one of our organization’s parking garages, we struggled with how to deal with the issue. There was no tactical plan available to implement on this specific topic, so I worked to create a best-practices road map Read More »

Member News: TIBA Parking to be Installed in 20 Lanes at Tulsa International Airport

December 11, 2019

Tulsa, OK (December 3, 2019) – TIBA Parking, in partnership with Associated Time Instruments, its’ Value-Added-Reseller (VAR), is launching the Engaged Parking Experience with the Tulsa Airport Improvement Trust in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The installation includes four facilities containing the main garage, the economy lot, and two employee lots. “Associated Time Read More »

Member News: Passport raises $65M in Series D funding to invest in mobility management platform

Funding fuels company vision for an open mobility ecosystem for cities Charlotte, N.C. (Dec. 10, 2019) — Passport, the leading mobility management platform, has closed a $65M Series D funding round, led by Rho Capital Partners, with participation from H.I.G. Growth Partners and ThornTree Capital Partners. These new investors join Read More »

The Parking Podcast Episode (E18): An Interview with Larry Cohen and a Conversation about Saving Lives

Larry Cohen, CAPP, Executive Director of the Lancaster Parking Authority, discusses the EGOT, saving lives and IPMI. Check it out here. https://www.parkingcast.com/

My Five Principles for Surviving the Holidays

By Scott C. Bauman, CAPP As the year end approaches and the holidays are in full swing, I am reminded of a few important principles that have helped me survive this crazy time of year. Don’t forget to celebrate family. Spend quality time with your family. Loving families keep you Read More »

APC News: Five Ways to Avoid Being a Parking Grinch During the Holidays

December 10, 2019

 30 Million Americans Need That Disabled Parking Spot You’re Stealing This Christmas (Alexandria, Va. – December 10) – Are you a grinch or a good driver when it comes to parking during the holidays? In the harried competition for close-in spots in busy shopping areas, normally courteous drivers engage in Read More »

As Boise Goes, So Goes the West?

By Casey Jones, CAPP I would not normally suggest that Idaho or its capital city, Boise, are bellwethers for the rest of the country for nearly anything. That’s not to say I’m not proud of my community but we Idahoans are humble people typically and keeping what’s great and avant-garde Read More »

Member News: CornellCookson Launches Three New SteelWeave™ Metal Mesh Grille Models

December 9, 2019

Mountain Top, PA (October 2019) – The SteelWeave™ Metal Mesh Grille by CornellCookson is an innovative closure solution that combines the style and design of architectural metal fabric with the functionality and safety of traditional rolling grilles. The result not only enhances building design, but also provides unmatched security. Now Read More »

Sidewalk Labs Named Disruptor of the Year for Toronto Smart City Project

Sidewalk Labs earned the Disruptor of the Year title from Smart Cities Dive for its futuristic Quayside community on the water in Toronto, Canada.  The community, the company says, will incorporate five key pillars of a smart community: Job creation and economic development. Housing affordability. Sustainability and climate-positive development. New Read More »

Midwestern Values in Transportation

December 6, 2019

By Shawn Conrad, CAE At a recent IPMI-hosted event focused on parking and mobility professionals in the Midwestern region of the U.S., we heard from many business and transportation thought-leaders–experts who know parking management techniques and technologies and current trends. A presentation from the Verdis Group highlighted consumer research from Read More »

IPMI Web Training: Búsqueda de la Excelencia en una Operación de Estacionamiento (Presentado sólo en Español)

December 5, 2019

Este entrenamiento se presentará en español. This web training is presented only in Spanish. Fecha: Jueves, Diciembre 5, 2019 Hora: 1:00pm (México) 2:00pm (Colombia / Panamá / EE.UU.) Web Training Registration fee: $25 USD Descripción: A pesar de que existen muchas iniciativas alrededor del mundo para motivar a las personas Read More »

Town Cancels Free Holiday Parking, Blames Freeloading Commuters

Bayonne, N.J., pulled the plug on its traditional offer of free municipal parking during the December holidays because, the mayor said, too many NJ Transit riders abused it, parking in the free municipal lots all day instead of lots for commuters. “In recent years, the city … has offered free Read More »

IPMI Webinar: Your Most Important Resources: Are They Being Nurtured or Left to Wither Away?

December 4, 2019

Live Online Webcast: $35.00 for IPMI Members, $85.00 for Non-Members Description: What do you consider the most valuable asset in your organization? Do you properly invest in that asset? Is it performing at an optimal level? Do you recognize the exposure to your organization if that asset is no longer there? Read More »

The Great Balancing Act

By John Mason, CAPP, PMP, QIR Whether we travel for work or just go back and forth from the office to home, we need balance. For me it’s a suitcase and a plane just about every week. I like life on the road but it will wear on you. Sometimes Read More »

IPMI Webinar: Your Most Important Resources: Are They Being Nurtured or Left to Wither Away?

December 4, 2019 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm EST Live Online Webcast: $35.00 for IPMI Members, $50.00 for Non-Members Description: What do you consider the most valuable asset in your organization? Do you properly invest in that asset? Is it performing at an optimal level? Do you recognize the exposure Read More »

The Future is Here. Almost.

December 3, 2019

By David M. Feehan It came much faster than I anticipated–the future, I mean. Two events told me that the future of mobility is closer than I realized, because my wife and I experienced it. My wife works for a federal agency here in the Washington, D.C., area. A couple Read More »

Florida Parking & Transportation Association (FPTA) Annual Conference & Trade Show

2020: Year of the EV?

December 2, 2019

Driverless cars aren’t ready for prime time yet but analysts say electric vehicles definitely are, and that 2020 could go down as the year of the EV. The Motley Fool says, “Range anxiety isn’t completely gone, but today it shouldn’t be any harder to drive an EV a long distance Read More »

The Parking Podcast Episode (E17): An Interview with Maxwell Mickey and a Conversation about Parking Apps

November 27, 2019

Maxwell Mickey, Vice President of Sales and Account Management of Spot Angels, discusses SpotAngels, crowdsourcing and Michael Jordan.  Check it out here. https://www.parkingcast.com/

A Guide to Parking: Parking Technology: Key Steps to Selecting Technology

By Michael Drow, CAPP, PMP, and Blake Laufer, CAPP A PARKING OPERATION WILL NEVER BE AT A LOSS to find technologies to implement in a facili­ty. However, not every technology is appropriate for every location, regardless of how innovative the technology might appear. The following steps will assist an operating Read More »

AUTOMATING A CITY: Proposing a new, automated transportation system in North Carolina.

By Amalendu Chatterjee, PhD Media coverage indicates that North Carolina has taken a new role of technology and innova­tion to attract new businesses, and many companies have responded to this new initiative. Research Triangle Park (RTP), in particular, is noteworthy. RTP is one of two strategic regions (the other is Read More »

CUSTOMER SERVICE: The Disney Way Author and former Disney EVP Lee Cockerell talks about hiring, training, customer service, and parking—and why it all matters.

By Kim Fernandez A COMMON REACTION IN ANY CONVERSATION ABOUT CUSTOMER SERVICE is to reference The Walt Disney Company, whose resorts, where no detail is left to chance, are known as the pinnacle of outstanding service. If you bring up customer service at Disney, though, they’re likely to mention Lee Read More »

Chautauqua National Park: How the City of Boulder managed parking demand in one of the country’s most popular historical landmarks.

By Julianne Wilhelm FOR NEARLY A HALF CENTURY, the state of Colorado has been a leader in the stewardship of land, environment, and sustainability, striving to achieve cleaner air and water and improve public health for its residents. On any given crisp, cool day, you can see bikers, mountain climbers, Read More »

Keeping Cornell On the Move: A unique bus system offers comfort and convenience, earning loyalty from customers despite its long-distance rides

By Bridgette Brady, CAPP AS WE KNOW, mobility solutions take on many forms: trains, planes, boats, automobiles, human and animal-propelled modes, and of course the bus—one of the most used forms of transport in the world. Buses are among the most important forms of urban and rural passenger transport around Read More »

Civil Discourse

By Julius Rhodes, SPHR THIS IS DESIGNED TO PROVOKE YOU, BUT NOT IN A NEGATIVE SENSE. I want you to think deeper and start a dialogue with others that addresses the concept of civil discourse in our society and at work. Where once we were actively taught to mind our Read More »

Saving Lives: Suicide mitigation updates for parking garages.

By Larry J. Cohen, CAPP MITIGATING SUICIDES IN PARKING FACILITIES is a continuing topic of interest. Recent media coverage of the suicides of Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain revealed that people may be struggling and in pain with mental health issues to the point where they may consider suicide, but Read More »

Avoiding the Shortcuts

By Cindy Campbell Ah, California. How I love you. The brilliant ocean sunsets, the majestic red­wood forest, the colorful fields filled with poppies swaying in the gentle af­ternoon breeze. I could tell you great things—and there are many—about my lifelong love affair with the Golden State, but if I’m honest, Read More »

Los Angeles Plans to Cut CO2 Emissions, Boost EV Charging for Olympics

Los Angeles, Calif., launched a massive plan to cut greenhouse gas emissions and boost electric-vehicle charging before it hosts the Olympic Games in 2028. According to Forbes: Under Mayor Eric Garcetti, the city, surrounding communities, companies and other entities are part of a Transportation Electrification Partnership with specific goals for Read More »

Member News: BMW Extends INRIX Driver Services Contracts

November 26, 2019

We are proud to deliver high-quality content and solutions to help BMW deliver the ultimate driving experience.   We recently announced the extension of our collaboration with BMW Group to provide driving services, including real-time parking, traffic and travel alerts. Beyond traffic and travel alerts, Intermodal Navigation and EV Range Spider services Read More »

Member News: Sylvia Park Shopping Centre Expands Partnership with Parking Sense

Parking Sense’s guidance technology makes it easy for customers to find parking, aligns with Centre’s sustainability efforts AUCKLAND, NZ (Nov. 18, 2019) – Parking Sense, the fastest growing parking technology company in the world, today announced an expanded partnership with Auckland’s Sylvia Park, the largest shopping and mixed-use center in New Read More »

Member News: ParkVia Secures Memmingen Airport Renewal

Europe’s favourite airport parking retailer, ParkVia, has agreed a new contract with long-standing German client, Allgäu Airport Memmingen. Following the airport’s review of its partner network, ParkVia was successfully retained by Memmingen following yet another term of impressive booking growth. Drivers parking up at Allgäu Airport Memmingen will benefit from Read More »

Member News: BDS Introduces a Brand New User-Friendly Website for Customers

BDS or Bestdesertsafari.com re-launches its website. BDS is one of the premium platforms for desert safari booking in Dubai. A flagship company of Rayna Tours, bestdesertsafari.com offers its customers a revamped website. One can take a look at the website at www.bestdesertsafariindubai.com. The best feature of this re-launched website is Read More »

Member News: Zurich Airport Selects IDeaS to Enhance Parking Revenue Performance

ZRH will utilize IDeaS Car Park Revenue Management System to automate data-driven, demand-based, dynamic pricing decisions LONDON—12 Nov. 2019—IDeaS Revenue Solutions, the world’s leading provider of revenue management software and services, announced today it will implement its Car Park Revenue Management System (CPRMS) at Zurich Airport (ZRH). A popular business Read More »

Member News: Parker Technology Closes $2 Million Seed Round with Elevate Ventures

INDIANAPOLIS, November 12, 2019 – Parker Technology today announced an investment of $2M as a series seed round, led by Elevate Ventures and several investors, including a strategic investor. The influx of capital will be used for building out a fully robust product and expanding sales and marketing efforts. Elevate Read More »

Member News: ABM-Managed Fleet at Nashville International Airport (BNA) Awarded Tennessee Green Fleets Certification for Sustainability

NEW YORK, Nov. 12, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ABM (NYSE: ABM), a leading provider of facility solutions, announced today it has been awarded Tennessee Green Fleets Certification for outstanding leadership in fleet sustainability at Nashville International Airport (BNA). The ABM team operates a fleet of 28 shuttles and buses at the Read More »

Member News: PSX New Orleans Office Opens as Exclusive Amano McGann Dealer

November 11, 2019  – New Orleans, Louisiana – PSX Inc. (PSX) is pleased to announce the opening of its seventh office location in New Orleans, Louisiana. “This opening supports PSX’s continual efforts to expand core business and keep pace with the requirements of evolving technologies and industry needs,” said Paul Read More »

Member News: PSX is Exclusive Amano McGann Provider to The Big Easy and All of Louisiana

November 11, 2019 – New Orleans, Louisiana – Amano McGann, Inc., the leading provider of Parking Access and Revenue Control Systems (PARCS) in North America, is pleased to announce the opening of the brand new PSX New Orleans, Louisiana office. PSX is now the sole provider of sales, service, and Read More »

Member News: City of Virginia Beach Partners with “Waze for Parking” App, SpotAngels, to Help Users Find Parking, Avoid Tickets, and soon Pay the Meter

City of Virginia Beach partners with SpotAngels to make parking easier   How it Works SpotAngels, the “Waze of Parking,” works by displaying a map with the location of all street parking spots, parking lots and garages, helping drivers find free and cheap parking, comply with the rules and avoid Read More »

Uber Loses License in London due to Safety Concerns

After drivers switched their profile photos for those of other drivers in Uber’s system, London’s transportation authority refused to renew the ride-share operator’s license. Passengers were picked up by the wrong driver more than 14,000 times, the authority said, after photo swaps were made in the company’s main system; passengers Read More »

IPMI News: International Parking & Mobility Institute will be the Spotlight Provider today at IACET

International Parking & Mobility Institute has been designated as a Spotlight Provider. For the entire day, IPMI will be the featured education provider on the homepage of our website at www.iacet.org. IPMI, as an accredited IACET provider, offers the highest benchmark in all of our educational offerings, including face to Read More »

Member News: Lexington Parking Authority Announces 2019 “Food for Fines” Holiday Program

November 25, 2019

The Lexington Parking Authority announced today that its LEXPARK program will once again run the “Food for Fines” canned food drive in partnership with God’s Pantry Food Bank. This year the nationally recognized Food for Fines program runs from Monday, November 25th through Friday, December 20th. Customers who bring in Read More »

Baby Seal Rescued from Parking Deck

Firefighters in Redwood City, Calif., don’t get a lot of calls for parking deck rescues, and certainly not to rescue baby seals out of garages. But that’s exactly what happened yesterday, and the resulting adorableness was enough to make the news (and it’s perfect for a Monday morning). Santos, a Read More »

THE GREEN STANDARD: Smart Parking Lots: Tech Hubs of the Future

November 23, 2019

By Rita Azrelyant, MA, CAPP PARKING LOTS ARE OFTEN THOUGHT OF AS VAST WASTELANDS of bituminous pitch for the sole purpose of lodging vehicles—vehicles that sit idle for hours, days, weeks, and possibly months—but what if we alter our concept of parking lots and envision them as technological hubs of Read More »

Walkable City Rules: 101 Steps to Making Better Places

By Jeff Speck NORTH AMERICA, ALONG WITH MUCH OF THE WORLD, has been building and rebuilding its cities and towns quite badly for more than half a century. To do it properly would have been easy; we used to be great at it. But, like voting for president, just because Read More »

IPMI On-Demand Webinar: Accessible Parking and Placard Abuse

November 22, 2019

On-Demand Webinar Fee: $35.00 for IPMI Members, $85.00 for Non-Members Description: Accessible parking challenges and disabled placard abuse are continuing challenges. While some federal standards exist, cities and states take a wide variety of approaches. For the first time, the issues are being considered on a national level by a broadly Read More »

When Parkers are Pushed to their Limits

By Cindy Campbell As a frequent flyer, you learn to roll with flight delays and cancellations—unless, of course, you enjoy unnecessary agitation and high blood pressure. A recent late-night flight out of Los Angeles was cancelled and I had the unanticipated opportunity to witness high drama at the curb. Perhaps Read More »

Is Manhattan Ready to End Free Parking?

November 21, 2019

Ninety-five percent of on-street parking spaces in New York City are free to use. Because the city has lost a good amount of spaces to bike and bus lanes in recent years, more cars are circling looking for those spots, increasing congestion and frustration. But a proposal to make on-street Read More »

IPMI News: Call for Case Studies in Mobility through January 15

November 20, 2019

Parking, transportation, and mobility professionals – we need you to share your stories! IPMI is collecting examples of the mobility evolution/revolution from our members and colleagues to share illustrative examples of how cities and campuses are navigating the significant and rapid change in our industry. Selected case studies may be Read More »

ISO Great Mobility Stories

By Rachel Yoka, CAPP, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP You know it, I know it, and all industry insiders know it. The pace and rate of change in our industry is accelerating, especially in our cities.  So how do we capture those stories of transformation and share them with our Read More »

MAPA 2019 Annual Fall Conference – Save the Date!

Registration Open Soon!   Join us in November for two days of networking, parking-based learning and discussion. More information will be coming soon so keep an eye on your inbox! Interested in presenting at the conference?  Contact Dawn Marti

Onsite Course: Vistelar Non-Escalation/De-Escalation Training

November 19, 2019

Course Description: IPMI wants you to know about an additional training resource designed for frontline parking professionals. Addressing the need for physical escape and self-defense techniques, Vistelar’s 2-day instructor-led non-escalation/de-escalation course offers participants the tools necessary to stay safe. To learn more, visit  https://vistelar.com/  (You will be leaving the IPMI Read More »

IPMI Call for Case Studies Open through January 15, 2020

IPMI is collecting examples of the mobility evolution/revolution from our members and colleagues to share illustrative examples of how cities and campuses are navigating the significant and rapid change in our industry. For more details, click here.

Accessible Parking Coalition Video: DOT Access & Mobility

The IPMI-led Accessible Parking Coalition is working to make parking more accessible for everyone; check out this clip from the DOT Access and Mobility Summit for ALL in Washington DC. October 29, 2019.

Smart Cities and The Critical Role of Parking

By Robert Ferrin Columbus, Ohio, received a total of $50 million in the form of two grants as part of the U.S. Department of Transportation Smart Cities Challenge: $40 million from the USDOT and $10 million from the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation. One of the eight demonstration projects includes Read More »

Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC), Barcelona, Spain

  IPMI has partnered to support the Smart City Expo World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, this November.   To receive a 25% discount code to attend, or for additional information, reach out to Rachel Yoka at Yoka@parking-mobility.org.  

The Parking Podcast Episode (E16): An Interview with Robert Ferrin and a Conversation about the City of Columbus.

November 18, 2019

Robert Ferrin, Assistant Director for Parking Services at City of Columbus, discusses starting a parking program, smart cities and the City of Columbus.  Check it out here.  https://www.parkingcast.com/

Leading the Way

By Pamela Corbin, CAPP I came back from the 2019 IPMI Leadership Summit filled with enthusiasm and exhilaration about the course content and the focus on leadership within the parking industry. I’m sure much of my excitement was derived from the keynote speaker, Major General Peter J. Talleri, USMC (Ret) Read More »

Study: Curb Reservations Reduce Parking Problems, Congestion

A three-month pilot program focusing on curb management in Washington, D.C., saw double parking, bike-lane blocking, and other parking challenges reduced when delivery drivers could reserve curb space. Double parking was reduced by 64 percent in areas where curb space could be reserved for deliveries, and fewer drivers blocked bike Read More »

Parking: A DIY Fail: Want parking and mobility to work? Bring in the pros.

November 16, 2019

By Rita Azrelyant I LOVE DO-IT-YOURSELF (DIY) PROJECTS. I see so many fabulous posts on Etsy, Pinterest, and Instagram of handcrafted jewelry, artisan cakes, and animal-inspired bento lunch boxes, and I think to myself, “I can do that! How hard can it be?” Well, it’s pretty hard because my inspirations Read More »

The Artist’s Canvas: The unique story of the Miami Design District Museum Garage

By Timothy Haahs, PE, AIA and Javier Sanchez, AIA One of the most highly anticipated retail and cultural developments in recent memory is finally here. Appropriately located in Miami, Fla., the Miami Design District is one of the most exclusive and vibrant destinations we’ve seen created in years—the brainchild of Read More »

Parking Under the Canals: An innovative garage offers plenty of parking in an unused space—under water.

By Bas Symons and Dirk van Weelden IN THE 1970s, parking problems in the older neighborhoods of Amsterdam were so severe that cars were left on the sidewalks. People had to negotiate their way around them to get to the store or the tram stop, there was little opportunity for Read More »

Collision Course: The intersection of technology, parking, and freight can be a messy one. But it doesn’t have to be and everybody can win.

By Richard B. Easley, CAPP TECHNOLOGY FOR PARKING IS CHANGING THINGS FOR THE BETTER—but technology isn’t only making parking better; it’s creating a sea change in consumerism worldwide. I’ll tell you a story that may not seem like it’s connected to parking, but if we open our eyes, we’ll see Read More »

Aesthetic Revolution: San Antonio’s new Tobin Center Garage serves many purposes with style

THE NEW TOBIN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS opened in 2014 and revolutionized the arts scene in downtown San Antonio, Texas, bringing an influx of people to an area of town that already had limited parking. As a result, just a short walk away from its namesake, the Tobin Center Read More »

Parking Spotlight: The Sweet Smell Of Success: Arizona State University Leads The Way

By Shasta Philpot HOW DO YOU EFFICIENTLY MANAGE A PARKING PROGRAM for a university with 11 parking facilities spread across four campuses, and that serves more than 100,000 students? Obviously it’s a monumental task. Arizona State University Parking and Transit Services (PTS) has found that the secret of success can Read More »

The Business of Parking: Roll Camera: It’s Time To Add Video to Your Marketing

By Bill Smith, APR IN THE 21st CENTURY, everyone is a photographer and we all have the tools at our disposal to be filmmakers. When I was a kid, the thought of making movies was the stuff of dreams. Sure, some of our parents had 8 mm film cameras and Read More »

Financial Matters: Answering Questions on Socially Responsible Investing

By Mark A. Vergenes A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE TALKING about socially responsible investing. More and more Americans want to direct their investing dollars to­ward companies that promote social, environmental, or even political concerns. Even if a company is not mission-directed to a single cause, fewer people are comfortable investing Read More »

Mobility & Tech: Data-Driven Better Communities

By Jeff Petry OUR ROLE AS PARKING PROFESSIONALS ALLOWS US TO MEET, work, and make a difference with community members, neighborhoods, and businesses every day. We leverage these relationships to enhance economic development and strengthen neighborhood livability. In deliv­ering parking and transportation services, we combine modern and classic technology to Read More »

Insider’s Guide to Professional Development

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REAL ID: Avoid a Real Pain

November 15, 2019

By Michelle W. Jones, CAE, CMP As you may or may not be aware, October 1, 2020 is the deadline for Americans to have a REAL ID. That is, an ID that is compliant with minimum safety standards recognized by the Department of Homeland Security. The REAL ID Act, passed Read More »

Call for Awards Closes for the 2020 IPMI Conference & Expo

IPMI’s annual Awards and Recognition programs celebrate individuals and organizations in the parking, transportation, and mobility industry. Winners in three major award categories – Awards of Excellence, Professional Recognition Awards, and Marketing – exemplify industry excellence. Complete all submissions by November 15, 2019 at 11:59 pm ET. 

Organize Your Life

November 14, 2019

By Vanessa R. Cummings, CAPP, MDiv Organizing your life is more important than you may realize. Some people work in what they call “organized mess,” while others cannot have one paperclip out of place without losing their ever-loving mind. Okay, maybe that was harsh, but you get the idea. However, Read More »

NEPC 2019 Hospital Forum

Don’t miss this one day, power-packed educational forum! Meet with other New England based Hospital Parking Professionals. Compare notes, problem solve, network and learn. Great educational sessions and lunch is included! Healthcare reform in the United States has challenged hospital leaders to be more efficient, productive, and fiscally responsible. They Read More »

IPMI On-Demand Webinar: Campus Cruzin’: Everything You Need to Know to Operate a Successful Scooter and University Partnership

November 13, 2019

On-Demand Webinar Fee: $35.00 for IPMI Members, $50.00 for Non-Members Description: Cities and universities are the latest focus for commercial scooter operations, which have taken them by storm. Commercial scooter companies have developed a reputation for being disruptive, cluttering streets, and creating safety risks. Despite the uproar, there is the opportunity Read More »

IPMI On-Demand Webinar: Campus Cruzin’: Everything You Need to Know to Operate a Successful Scooter and University Partnership

November 13, 2019 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm EST On-Demand Webinar Fee: $35.00 for IPMI Members, $50.00 for Non-Members Description: Cities and universities are the latest focus for commercial scooter operations, which have taken them by storm. Commercial scooter companies have developed a reputation for being disruptive, cluttering streets, and Read More »

Out of Danger

It’s a scenario heard too often:Just doing his or her job, a parking enforcement officer is screamed at, threatened, berated, chased down, or, in a worst case, attacked by an irate driver with a weapon. Nobody likes getting a parking citation, but sometimes people get so angry that the situation Read More »

Miles and Miles and Miles

November 12, 2019

By Casey Jones, CAPP I’m sorry, but I just don’t love holiday shopping. Don’t get me wrong–I love nearly everything else about the season from finding and decorating a tree to celebrating with family and friends. It’s just that the shopping thing seems to get crazier each year and I Read More »

Member News: Passport ranks #214 on the Deloitte 2019 Technology Fast 500™

November 11, 2019

Deloitte recognizes Passport as one of the fastest-growing technology companies for second year running Charlotte, N.C. (Nov. 7, 2019) — Today, Passport announced it ranked No. 214 on Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500™ for 2019. Now in its 25th year, this award provides a ranking of the fastest growing technology, media, Read More »

Member News: City of Lansing Partners with Flowbird for ‘Extreme Makeover’ Parking Edition

New pay-by-plate technology brings bustling city to 21st century accessibility Moorestown, New Jersey ( November 7, 2019) — The City of Lansing, Michigan has announced its 5-year ‘Extreme Makeover’ plan to the city’s parking services in partnership with Flowbird. In mid-October, the City went live with 80 new solar powered Read More »

Member News: Park Assist’s Parking Guidance System Chosen to Enhance Capitol View’s Block D Garage

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – November 7th, 2019 – Park Assist® has been awarded the Parking Guidance System (PGS) contract for Capitol View-Block D. Under Boyle Investment Company, Capitol View will be a 32-acre, mixed-use urban district in the heart of Nashville. The property will feature offices, retail shops, residential units, and Read More »

Member News: SacPark Upgrades Venue Parking and Wayfinding Experience

Partnerships with Arrive, Ticketmaster and Waze Improve Fan Experience  SACRAMENTO, November 7, 2019 – SacPark, the City of Sacramento’s parking reservation system, is providing a better parking experience to people attending games, concerts and shows at venues in the city. Through a partnership with Arrive, Ticketmaster and Waze, customers can Read More »

Member News: BNA’s Terminal Garage Awarded Parksmart℠ Certification for ‘Green’ Design, Construction and Operation

One of 35 Parking Structures in the World and the First in Tennessee to Earn Green Business Certification Inc. Distinction for Sustainability NASHVILLE (Oct 31, 2019)  – The new Terminal Garage at Nashville International Airport (BNA) Terminal has been awarded Parksmart Bronze certification, making it one of only 35 parking Read More »

Member News: Eberle Design, Inc. Announces the Passing of Wayne Pengelly

PHOENIX, Ariz. (November 4, 2019) — Dr. Bill Sowell, President of Eberle Design, Inc. (EDI), today issued the following statement: “It is with great sadness that we announce that Wayne Pengelly, Senior Design Engineer, passed away on Friday.  He had been a valued member of our engineering team since September Read More »

Future $ense: Does designing garages with an eye—and a budget—toward future re-adaptation make realistic sense? A conversation with industry experts.

Our Panelists James Anderson, Regional Sales Manager, Watson Bowman Acme Corp. Michael App, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB, Director of Architecture, TimHaahs Jonathan Brown, Regional Manager, SP+ John Bushman, PE, President and CEO, Walker Consultants Matt Davis, Associate Principal, Watry Design John Hammerschlag, President, Hammerschlag & Co., Inc. Jeremy Rocha, PE, Read More »

Thank You

The war to end all wars, World War I, saw its official end via a declaration of armistice that went into effect at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month–November 11, 1918. One year later, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November 11 as Armistice Day; it was Read More »

Loving Your Customers

November 8, 2019

By Kathleen Federici, MEd I recently had the opportunity to attend a TEDx in my hometown. TEDx includes TED Talks videos and live speakers to spark discussion and connection among the group in attendance. At this event, there were five live speakers and two speakers on video. It was interesting Read More »

In Defense of On-street Parking

November 7, 2019

By David Feehan The media are full of stories of cities removing on-street parking spaces to create bike lanes. Let me state at the outset that I am all in favor of bike-riding, though I don’t count myself among bike riders. I am also aware of and support efforts to Read More »

Accessible Parking Controversy Raises Questions

November 6, 2019

The Barcelona at Beaverton apartment complex in Beaverton, Ore., offers residents a private parking lot behind the building. Several residents with disabilities recently approached the city asking for on-street spaces to be flagged as accessible and reserved for them by apartment number instead, saying the back lot is too far Read More »

Pennsylvania Parking Association (PPA) Annual Fall Training

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IPMI News: IPMI-led Accessible Parking Coalition Publishes Free Guide to Address Growing Challenges of Parking for People with Disabilities

November 5, 2019

Making parking accessible for people with mobility disabilities, deterring and detecting disabled placard/plate abuse, and complying with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards have been complex issues for the parking industry for a long time—and the problem is growing more complicated with an aging population. A new, downloadable, 24-page guide, Read More »

Are Systems More Important than Goals?

By Matt Penney I was recently reading James Clears’ Atomic Habits. It’s a follow-up book to one of my favorite reads, The Power of Habit, which declares that 40 percent of your decisions are not deliberately chosen but instead are habits. If almost half of all actions are not contemplated, Read More »

Brussels, Belgium, Ditches Windshield Parking Citations

November 4, 2019

The City of Brussels, Belgium, this month stopped leaving parking citations on windshields. Instead, illegally parked vehicles are scanned and citations are mailed directly to owners’ homes. City officials said too many tickets left under windshield wipers were lost, and the new system should do away with that risk. Read Read More »

FALL 2019 ROUNDTABLE – Arlington, Texas

Free event for Parking & Transportation Professionals! WHO: All parking & transportation professionals WHAT: Join TPTA for a free networking mixer on November 4, 2019 at Texas Live – Choctow VIP Lounge, 6:30 pm and then join us the following day for a free informative Roundtable where Campus Mobility will Read More »

What’s Your Superpower?

November 1, 2019

By Rachel Yoka, CAPP, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP “Talent is the multiplier. The more energy and attention you invest in it, the greater the yield. The time you spend with your best is, quite simply, your most productive time.” If you aren’t familiar with Marcus Buckingham, quoted above, I Read More »

Member News: Westward Industries Brings GO-4 Parking Enforcement Vehicles to City of San Diego

October 31, 2019

The City of San Diego, CA recently enhanced its parking enforcement program with the addition of 16 Westward Industries GO-4 task-specific vehicles. The City previously purchased a fleet of GO-4 vehicles in 2012, and the addition of these new vehicles will provide the City with the expanded ability to efficiently Read More »

Tech-savvy: A Must for Parking and Mobility Employees

By Heather Matthews We all have a unique story of how we landed in the huge parking and mobility industry. My background is in technology, starting as a computer lab monitor in my children’s school to have something to do, to eventually being a database/system administrator. From these roles, I Read More »

Member News: ParkMobile Launches New Reporting and Analytics Solution for Parking Providers

October 30, 2019

ParkMobile, the leading provider of smart parking and mobility solutions in North America, announced today at the 2019 National Parking Association Convention and Expo, a new reporting and analytics solution for parking providers. This new offering will be part of the ParkMobile 360 platform used by parking operators to manage Read More »

Member News: Chauntry Introduces First Parking Pre-Booking Platform for the Convention Industry

Orlando, FL (October 28, 2019)—Chauntry, the leading provider of parking reservations systems, announced today the introduction of the first parking reservations platform developed specifically for the exhibition and convention industry. Chauntry’s Parkspace Exhibition Platform allows exhibitors and convention attendees to reserve and pay for the closest available parking to their Read More »

Member News: Washington Regional Medical Center installs INDECT’s intelligent parking guidance system to manage multiple user groups.

ARKANSAS NC, (October 28, 2019) INDECT USA has successfully completed their first parking guidance installation at Washington Regional Medical Center (WRMC) in Arkansas, North Carolina. A total of 254 ultrasonic sensors with internal LEDs and an additional 134 NEDAP inground sensors were installed through INDECT’s trusted regional partner, IPSens. “INDECT Read More »

Wired: Why Parking Lots are Tricky for Autonomous Vehicles

Much was written when Teslas under a new “Smart Summon” feature started crashing in parking lots–which was exactly where the feature was designed to work. This week, Wired took a shot at breaking down what that means for autonomous vehicles (AVs) in general, and why parking lots and garages will Read More »

California Public Parking Association (CPPA) Annual Conference & Trade Show

Member News: Use of Smart Parking Technology Helped Largest Resort Casino Property in California Increase Annual Profits by $60 Million

October 29, 2019

Parking Sense’s parking guidance technology helps patrons find parking fast   SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 28, 2019) – The largest resort casino property California, also one of the largest in the country, has increased its annual profits by an estimated $60 million after deploying smart parking technology offered by San Francisco-based Read More »

Member News: ParkMobile Continues to bring Smarter Parking to California with Fresno Launch

ParkMobile, the leading provider of smart parking and mobility solutions in the United States, has partnered with the city of Fresno, California, to enable drivers to pay for parking from their mobile device. The ParkMobile app is now available for over 2,000 spaces around the city. New stickers and signage Read More »

The Parking Podcast Episode E15: An Interview with Scott Gable and a Conversation about Automated Parking Systems

Scott Gable, CEO and Co-Founder of CityLift, discusses automated parking systems, autonomous vehicles and CityLift. Check it out here.  https://www.parkingcast.com/

Data-based Storytelling

By L. Dennis Burns, CAPP According to the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO), shared micro-mobility devices like bikes and scooters provided more than 84 million trips across the U.S. in 2018. While these numbers are impressive and contribute to reductions in urban area congestion and greenhouse gas emissions, Read More »

Member News: City of El Paso Launches New and Improved Mobile Parking App – Park 915 Powered by ParkMobile

October 28, 2019

ParkMobile, the leading provider of smart parking and mobility solutions in North America, announced today the launch of the Park 915 app in the City of El Paso. This new app will replace the Park El Paso app effective in early May as new stickers and signs are posted on Read More »

E-scooters Subject to New Rules in France

In an effort to reign in shared e-scooters, France rolled out new rules Friday governing where, how, and by whom they can be used. Among them: E-scooters, hoverboards, and similar devices must be capped at 15 miles per hour. Only one rider is permitted aboard each device. No mobile phone Read More »

Tissues and the Extra Mile

October 25, 2019

By Kim Fernandez My husband tapped me on the shoulder, nodded behind me, and said, “Check it out.” We’d spent about an hour in a big showroom making one of those dreaded necessary purchases one delays as long as possible (“adulting”) and our salesperson had asked if we’d like a Read More »

Member News: The Digital Curb debuts in five new cities across North America

October 24, 2019

We’re five steps closer to supporting over 100 cities across the globe by 2021 as we welcome the curbs of Boston, Chicago, Atlanta, Denver and our first Canadian city Vancouver to our platform This past June, we announced our goal of supporting over 100 cities across the globe by 2021. At the Read More »

Member News: Arrive Accelerates Deployment of Seamless Parking Solutions across North America

Company Aims to Help Modernize Parking Facilities for Current and Future Connected Drivers CHICAGO, October 22, 2019 — Arrive is accelerating the deployment of its seamless parking solutions across North America, moving from city-based tests to wide-scale implementation of its frictionless technologies. By the end of 2020, Arrive aims to Read More »

Member News: Genetec unveils next-generation mobile license plate recognition system with Intel® Movidius™ VPU technology for edge-based deep learning capabilities

Genetec AutoVu™ SharpZ3 goes beyond license plate identification and brings new levels of innovation in vehicle analytics, situational awareness, and accuracy MONTRÉAL, October 22, 2019—Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence will unveil its next-generation mobile ALPR (automatic license plate recognition) Read More »

Member News: Passport named one of Charlotte’s best places to work for fifth consecutive year

Charlotte Observer ranks Passport as one of the Top Workplaces in the area Charlotte, N.C. (October 21, 2019) — Passport, the leading mobility management platform, has been recognized as a 2019 Top Workplace by the Charlotte Observer. Nominees are evaluated by a variety of criteria, including company values, effectiveness of Read More »

Member News: ParkVia strengthens Spanish market presence

European airport parking retailer, ParkVia, has renewed its long-standing contract with the world’s leading airport operator, Aena. The announcement builds upon the success of previous renewals and the initial contract, which dates back to 2011, when ParkVia first promoted Aena’s parking facilities at Madrid, Barcelona and Malaga airports. Having significantly strengthened Read More »

Member News: ParkHub Welcomes Cliff Wickstrum as VP of Sales Operations

The leading B2B parking technology provider announces key hire in the sales team Dallas, TX. – October 21, 2019 – ParkHub, the leading B2B parking technology provider, today announced the company has hired Cliff Wickstrum to assume the role of VP of Sales Operations. Wickstrum is joining the organization under Read More »

Creating a Culture of Continuous Improvement

By Jennifer I. Tougas, CAPP, PhD In emergency management circles, it’s called a “hot wash.” In the Army, it’s called “lessons learned.” In manufacturing, it’s called “continuous improvement.” What is it? It’s a process for reflecting on a process or event; capturing the good, the bad and the ugly; and Read More »

Parksmart Advisor — Online, Instructor-Led Training — October 24, 2019

Parksmart Advisors lead clients through the certification process for sustainable parking structures. The Parksmart program is now offered under by the USGBC/GBCI alongside the suite of LEED and other sustainability rating systems. IPMI is the USGBC Education Partner providing the education required to earn this valuable certificate. This is a Read More »

2019 Brazilian Parking & Mobility Conference

SAVE THE DATE October 24, 2019 Rooftop 5 & Convention Center Sao Paulo, Brazil

When Measuring Up Leaves You Falling Behind

October 23, 2019

Shontel Zamora, MPA “Really, that person? Why? I don’t get it?” Have you ever found yourself comparing your life to someone else’s? How many times have you compared your educational milestones, financial status, career progression, home, family, car, vacations, or even your looks with those of another person? Have you Read More »

Five Weird Construction Materials

The closest most of us get to fungus is on the mushroom shelf at the grocery store or on the unidentifiable stuff at the back of the refrigerator crisper drawer (yeah, we know about that), and most of us are happy that way. Did you ever consider building a parking Read More »

CPPA: Tactical Communication 101 and 201 Training

Presented by: Cindy Campbell, IPMI October 23, 2019    9:00am-4:00pm Tactical Communication 101:Dealing Effectively with Difficult & Aggressive Behavior (3 hrs) An interactive course designed to help participants defuse and de-escalate conflict. The course is intended to provide frontline customer service personnel with tools and options to calmly and effectively Read More »

The Parking Podcast Episode 14: An Interview with Vicki Pero and a Conversation about Talent Acquisition

October 22, 2019

Vicki Pero, SPHR, Principal of The Marlyn Group, discusses talent acquisition, referral programs and employee retention. Check it out here.  https://www.parkingcast.com/

Smart Snow Removal Practices for Parking Garages

By Scott C. Bauman, CAPP With winter at our doorsteps, let’s take this opportunity to review some best practices and procedures for managing snow events and snow removal operations for parking garages. Do not store large piles of snow on the roof of a garage. Large/heavy piles of snow can Read More »

Parksmart Advisor — Online, Instructor-Led Training — October 22, 2019

Parksmart Advisors lead clients through the certification process for sustainable parking structures. The Parksmart program is now offered under by the USGBC/GBCI alongside the suite of LEED and other sustainability rating systems. IPMI is the USGBC Education Partner providing the education required to earn this valuable certificate. This is a Read More »

A Futurist Addresses Urban Mobility

October 21, 2019

Signs that change messages as curb demand flexes, autonomous school buses that also deliver packages, car-free downtown cores, and friendly delivery robots are among the revelations a prominent futurist predicts for urban mobility in the not-too-distant future. Devin Liddell, chief futurist at Teague, a Seattle-based company working on transportation, outlined Read More »

Member News: Park Assist has been Awarded the Parking Guidance System Contract for Easton Town Center’s Worth and Midtown Garages

October 18, 2019

COLUMBUS, OHIO – October 8, 2019 – Park Assist has been awarded the Parking Guidance System (PGS) contract for Easton Town Center’s Worth and Midtown Garages in Columbus, Ohio. Easton Town Center is an expanding indoor and outdoor shopping complex, serving as the premier shopping, dining, and entertainment hub in Read More »

Member News: Lansing launches Passport Parking mobile app for parking payments

Paying to park will now be easy, digital and convenient    Lansing, Mich. (Oct. 17, 2019) — Beginning today, drivers in Lansing, Mich. can use the Passport Parking app to pay for on street parking at nearly 3,000 spaces throughout the downtown area. The app, powered by mobility management company, Read More »

Member News: City of Santa Cruz Selects TIBA Parking Systems to Create an Engaged Parking Experience to Manage Four City Owned Parking Facilities

Santa Cruz, CA (October 18, 2019) – TIBA Parking Systems has been selected by the City of Santa Cruz, California to be their long-term parking technology partner. Through this partnership, TIBA will create and install a comprehensive parking technology suite to manage four city-owned public parking facilities with a total Read More »

Member News: Wetherbee Electric Awarded Parking Garage Contract in Oklahoma City’s Convention Center

Oklahoma City, OK, September 2019​ – Wetherbee Electric has been awarded  a contract to sell and install nine SKIDATA reversible entry/exit equipment  lanes and six automatic SKIDATA payment kiosks at the Oklahoma City  Convention Center parking garage. The parking garage will serve the  Convention Center, Scissortail Park, the Omni Hotel, Read More »

Member News: Westward Industries Releases New Twin Passenger 4-Wheel LSV – MAXX

Westward Industries is excited to announce the release of its new on-road, four-wheel, electric LSV MAXX.  Ideal for parking enforcement or utility and landscape, the MAXX provides up to 2,000 charge cycles with its standard lithium ion pack. “The MAXX is a game changer” according to Westward Industries VP, Chris Read More »

Member News: Pottsville Brings Residents and Visitors Smarter Parking Options with the ParkMobile App

ParkMobile, the leading provider of smart parking and mobility solutions in the United States, has partnered with the City of Pottsville, PA to enable drivers to pay for parking from their mobile device. The ParkMobile app is now available at approximately 800 spaces around the city. New stickers and signage will provide Read More »

Member News: Ultrasonic technology remains KING of parking guidance systems

Boston, MA (October 8, 2019) Camera-based sensors are the newest kids in the parking garage and are causing quite a stir with their impressive bells and whistles. However, INDECT’s ultrasonic technology remains King with its unbeaten record in accuracy, reliability and lowest cost of life. “Ultrasonic sensors have been around Read More »

You Can’t Do a Good Job if Your Job is All You Do

By Rita Pagan This year’s IPMI Leadership Summit was chock-full of juicy tools and techniques for leaders in the industry. The one that stuck out most to me was something everyone wanted help to implement in their lives: whole living and personal wellness. Ask yourself: Are you spending time doing Read More »

SWPTA and PIPTA present: Parking & Mobility Networking and Roundtable Event

October 17, 2019

The Southwest Parking and Transportation Association and Pacific Intermountain Parking and Transportation Association are teaming up for an afternoon of networking and roundtable discussion on the latest topics trending in our industry. This will be a first-time event jointly held in Denver between our organizations. We’re joining forces so you Read More »

Inny or Outie?

By Casey Jones, CAPP The first time I took the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), I was convinced that I misunderstood some of the questions and didn’t answer correctly or that the test was flawed and therefore unable to accurately identify my personality type. I took the same test two more Read More »

Parksmart Advisor — Online, Instructor-Led Training — October 17, 2019

Parksmart Advisors lead clients through the certification process for sustainable parking structures. The Parksmart program is now offered under by the USGBC/GBCI alongside the suite of LEED and other sustainability rating systems. IPMI is the USGBC Education Partner providing the education required to earn this valuable certificate. This is a Read More »

A Conversation About Talent Acquisition

October 16, 2019

By Vicki Pero, SPHR Most people are familiar with the term “recruitment” and consider it a challenging (not the good kind of challenging) administrative task, especially when it comes to filling frontline positions. I prefer to describe these activities as talent acquisition, because the tactics associated with this approach are Read More »

Parking Association of the Virginias (PAV) 2019 Annual Fall Workshop and Tradeshow

Join PAV for our 2019 Annual Fall Workshop and Tradeshow at the Kingsmill Resort and Spa in Williamsburg, Va., from October 16-18, 2019.

Midwest Regional Parking & Mobility Conference hosted by IPMI

Registration is open and walk-ins are welcome! On October 16-17, 2019, IPMI will hold the first Midwest Regional Parking & Mobility Conference in Omaha, NE. This Conference will bring together parking, transportation, and mobility professionals from throughout the heartland including Nebraska, Iowa, South Dakota, North Dakota, Kansas, Missouri, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Read More »

The Parking Podcast Episode 13: An Interview with Brian Shaw and a Conversation about Gateless Garages

October 15, 2019

Brian Shaw, CAPP, Executive Director of the Department of Parking & Transportation Services at Stanford University, discusses TDM, gateless garages and Stanford University. Check it out here.  https://www.parkingcast.com/

The Parking Podcast Episode 12: An Interview with Jeff Petry and a Conversation about Creativity

Jeff Petry, Director of Parking with the City of Eugene, discusses Eugene, art and creativity. Check it out here.  https://www.parkingcast.com/

The Parking Podcast Episode 11: An Interview with Roamy Valera and a Conversation about PayByPhone

Roamy Valera, CAPP, CEO of US and Canada PayByPhone, discusses teamwork, PayByPhone and IPMI. Check it out here.  https://www.parkingcast.com/

The Parking Podcast Episode 10: An Interview with Brandy Stanley and a Conversation about People

Brandy Stanley, CAPP, Parking Services Manager for the City of Las Vegas, discusses the human element of technology, paying parking citations with school supplies and curbside management. Check it out here.  https://www.parkingcast.com/

Correction and Encouragement

By Tiffany R. Smith How do you reprimand a good employee? As leaders, we know good employees do bad things. The conundrum comes in how you correct bad behavior while still encouraging good. We all make mistakes but some cause more detriment than others. And when this occurs, what do Read More »

Parksmart Advisor — Online, Instructor-Led Training — October 15, 2019

Parksmart Advisors lead clients through the certification process for sustainable parking structures. The Parksmart program is now offered under by the USGBC/GBCI alongside the suite of LEED and other sustainability rating systems. IPMI is the USGBC Education Partner providing the education required to earn this valuable certificate. This is a Read More »

IPMI News: IPMI and The Parking Podcast Announce Strategic Partnership

October 14, 2019

October 9, 2019 The International Parking & Mobility Institute (IPMI) and The Parking Podcast have announced a strategic partnership to grow awareness of the importance of parking and mobility to podcast listeners. The Parking Podcast, hosted by Isaiah Mouw, CAPP, LEED AP, will now be brought to listeners by IPMI. Read More »

Driverless Shuttle Pilots Show Limitations of Technology

Driverless shuttles are on the road in Reston, Va., a suburb of Washington, D.C., and while things are going pretty well so far, the pilot has also highlighted why driverless cars may still be some time away. The shuttles take people to and from remote parking in an area largely Read More »

Member News: ECO Parking Technologies Soars to New Heights with 10 new Falcon Vision Parking Guidance Projects

October 11, 2019

Indianapolis, IN – October 11, 2019 – ECO Parking Technologies (ECO) announced today that they have recently received contracts and orders for 10 new projects for their integrated LED lighting and Vision-Based PGS system called, Falcon Vision®. Formed in 2006 to serve the lighting industry through state-of-the-art US made parking Read More »

Five Behaviors Necessary for Organizational Agility

By Bonnie Watts, CEM Our lives are so busy these days, we’ve learned to power everything. Power read. Power walk. Power nap. You can get a snapshot of how 100 of your closest friends and their families are by spending 15 minutes on social media. Technology has definitely changed how Read More »

Proving the Possibilities

October 10, 2019

The iconic University of Kentucky in Lexington has a long history of setting trends and being a leader in academics, athletics, and development. One great example of this is the university’s use of public-private partnerships (P3) to deliver products at its campus. Since 2011, the university has engaged in a Read More »

Call for Presentations Closes for the 2020 IPMI Conference & Expo

The Call for Presentations closes on October 10, 2019 at 7:00 PM EDT. For more information on selection notification and other speaker deadlines, please visit the speaker timeline. Seeking passionate, inspired, expert speakers in five tracks.  The 2020 IPMI Conference education program will feature five tracks to enlighten and inspire attendees: Read More »

Are You Available?

October 9, 2019

By Robert Ferrin No, we aren’t talking about a dating pickup line. In Columbus, Ohio–America’s Smart City–our team is piloting multiple parking availability technologies to improve the customer experience and reduce congestion. In our dynamic Short North Arts District, the city selected three vendors to test sensing technology during a Read More »

New York State Parking & Transportation Association (NYSPTA) Fall Conference & Expo

Save the date: Saratoga Springs, NY

The Parking Vigilante

October 8, 2019

By Frank Giles If you’re like me, when you think of a vigilante you think of Batman or some other superhero jumping from rooftop to rooftop. What about parking vigilantes? You know the ones–the people who take it upon themselves to leave a nasty note or worse on a person’s Read More »

APO Site Reviewer Training: Renewal/Refresher Training

October 7, 2019

APO Site Reviewer training is offered as a 90-minute live or recorded webinar.  This course is intended for previously IPMI-approved APO Site Reviewers who wish to renew their training to maintain their status. Upcoming Training: Instructor-Led Webinar (Live or Recorded) This is a 90-minutes webinar course on October 7, 2019.  Read More »

European Scooter Startup Gets Huge Investment

Tier, a scooter-share startup with a presence in 40 cities in 12 countries, received a $60 million (U.S.) infusion it will use to further expand across Europe. With 10 million rides in less than a year, Tier claims to be the fastest growing micro-mobility startup to date. In an interview, Read More »

I Like Fun

October 4, 2019

By Helen Sullivan, APR, Fellow PRSA I recently got proposals from a few suppliers for a communications project. In the email the company representative sent me with the proposal was this line: “You will get the best results, the best client service, and have the most fun with us.” Well, Read More »

The Core of Culture

October 3, 2019

By George Baker Sr. In today’s professional landscape, a strong company culture is not a nice-to-have, it’s a need-to-have. Consider this research from Deloitte: 94 percent of executives and 88 percent of employees believe a distinct corporate culture is important to a business’ success*. Additionally, there is a strong correlation Read More »

2019 IPMI Leadership Summit

THIS EVENT IS FULL AND REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.  Professional development event for emerging leaders in the parking, transportation & mobility industry.  Event will be held October 3-4, 2019 in Pittsburgh, Pa. Attendance is limited to 100 IPMI members, and has sold out.  Contact us to be added to the pre-reg Read More »

Parking Under the Store

October 2, 2019

By David Feehan Yesterday, my wife and I stopped at a Safeway supermarket in Wheaton, Md. The supermarket is part of a mixed-use project with a high-rise apartment building on top, a Safeway on the ground floor, and a parking garage underneath. The apartment is within walking distance of the Read More »

Member News: WGI Paves Over Expectations; Accolades and Growth Already Exceed Last Year

October 1, 2019

(West Palm Beach, FL – September 30, 2019) National design and professional services firm WGI, a leader in technology-based solutions for the construction of public infrastructure and real estate development, has been in overdrive for the first three quarters of 2019, exceeding 2018 in the expansion of its employees, services, Read More »

GARAGE CASE STUDY: An Automated Solution to Parking Perils

By Christian Hermansen PARKING IS A NECESSARY EVIL IN THE PUBLIC’S MIND. It’s something we all do be­fore going shopping, hanging out with friends, or catching a game. It’s the experi­ence before the experience. As someone who has recently joined the parking-sphere, I see parking as something where you either Read More »

The California City Embracing the Future of EVs

By Taylor Kim, AIA, LEED AP HOME TO ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) PIONEER TESLA, it is no surprise that the city of Palo Alto, Calif., leads the nation in electric vehicle sales at nearly 30 percent of new cars sold. As the city has embraced this technology and its role as Read More »

The Promise of Digital Media

By Bill Smith, APR I HAVE BEEN DOING PARKING PUBLIC RELATIONS (PR) FOR 25 YEARS (I’m really old). In that time, I’ve seen the industry experience incredible change, particularly when it comes to the effects of technology on operations and customer service. As you might expect, technology has also had Read More »

An Automatic Winner

A Philadelphia project adds automated parking and gains fast loyalty with residents. By Ian Todd PRESCRIBED PARKING MINIMUMS and concern about the anticipated effect of autonomous vehicles (which some would argue is overhyped) may help form developers’ views on the importance of parking. However, some developers view parking, or rather Read More »

Making Accessible Parking More Accessible

By Helen Sullivan, APR, Fellow PRSA “I am a quadriplegic in a wheelchair. Parking is the biggest obstacle in my life.” READ AND RE-READ THIS QUOTE from the 2018 Accessible Parking Coalition (APC) National Survey and take in the full meaning of what this survey respondent shared with us. A Read More »

Unpacking the APO: Approach to Sustainability

By Rachel Yoka, CAPP, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP IPMI LAUNCHED THE ACCREDITED PARKING ORGANIZATION (APO) program with a focus on excellence in our industry. The APO program recognizes parking, transportation, and mobility organizations at the top of their game—these organizations can be recognized at one of two levels (Accredited Read More »

Case Study: Putting the Pieces Together

By Cali Yang A winning combination of features makes a transit-oriented development work. THE WALNUT CREEK TRANSIT VILLAGE IN WALNUT CREEK, CALIF., is an urban mixed-use development that includes studio apartments, retail, restaurants, and public plazas. This is one of the first of many new Transit Villages being planned by Read More »

TIMBER! Considering cross-laminated timber as a solid strategy to future-proof parking

By Chelsea Webster BUILDING A PARKING FACILITY IS EXPENSIVE—not only because of the land, permits and red tape, and technology you have to incorporate into the facility, but also because of the material and construction costs. To make matters worse, after sinking piles of money into the project, some parking Read More »

Future of Proofing Parking Buildings

By Fernando Sanchez IN THE UNITED STATES, the entrenched relationship that vehicles have with everyday life has affected the development of cities—most notably parking buildings and other single-purpose forms of mobility structures. Imagining a world without extensive miles of packed highways, parking searches, and construction of single-purpose storage monoliths implies Read More »

IPMI Video: IPMI Membership – Our Members Say it Best!

Why IPMI?  Our members and leaders share just what our organization is all about – and why parking, transportation, and mobility leaders need to be a part of it. https://youtube.com/watch?v=YZG_9drCXGs

IPMI Video: CAPP Certification for Industry Professionals

    Take your career, and your team, to the next level with CAPP Certification. Check out this short video about the program and what it meant for todays’ leaders in the parking, transportation, and mobility industry. To find out more about the program and download the Certification Handbook, visit Read More »

IPMI Video: Parking Matters

Check out this short video about IPMI and the work we do to promote parking, transportation, and mobility.  

Five Times Your Leadership is Guaranteed to Fail

By Jay Manno Done right, leadership is difficult. It brings great rewards but at great risk. You have to put yourself on the line—so when you do, you want the best possible odds of success. In some situations, though, failure is all but guaranteed. Here are five of the most Read More »

Sensors and Tech for Autonomous Cars Includes New Lane Tape

September 30, 2019

We’ve all heard about the LIDAR and sensor and road-following technology in development so cars can learn to drive themselves. As it turns out, that might include new lane-marking tape, and a Canadian company is already on top of it. 3M Canada teamed up with the company that manages Highway Read More »

Campus Parking and Transportation Association (CPTA) Annual Conference

September 29, 2019

September 29 – October 2, 2019 Hosted by University of Missouri, Columbia

My Dog Loves Parking

September 27, 2019

By Justin Grunert My dog loves parking! That might be a bit of a stretch, but he loves seeing the parking enforcement officers who patrol the streets of my community. I want to say thank you all of the enforcement officers in Wilton Manors, Fla. They work hard day and Read More »

Member News: Cleverciti Adds Parking Industry Veteran to Fuel Growth and Maximize Customer Success

September 26, 2019

(September 24, 2019) We’re excited to announce that Cleverciti has named Tony Hinnant as Director of Sales Engineering and Customer Success for North America. In this role, Hinnant will report to Cleverciti Senior Vice President of Sales Joe Survance and will deliver leading professional services activity including sales engineering, project Read More »

Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA)

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL LACMTA will receive Proposals for PS66007 – Systemwide Parking Operator Services at the 9th Floor Receptionist Desk, Vendor/Contract Management Department, One Gateway Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90012. A Pre-Proposal conference will be held on Wednesday, October 9, 2019, 11:00 a.m., at One Gateway Plaza, Los Angeles, CA Read More »

Member News: ParkVia Drives In-path With Wizz Air To Scoop Milestone Deal

Leading European airport parking retailer, ParkVia, has secured a significant new contract with its longest-standing airline partner, Wizz Air,one of Europe’s fastest growing airlines and the largest low-cost carrier in Central and Eastern Europe, following the successful launch of its latest project. In a move that allows the parking reservation Read More »

Bringing E-scooters Into Your Operation: Do You Need Insurance?

In cities and on campuses around the world, e-scooters seemed to have revolutionized short-distance personal transportation. Some days, it feels like they’re everywhere. And headlines trumpet the potential dangers for riders, pedestrians, and drivers as the micro-mobility vehicles grow in popularity. It all brings up an interesting question: If someone Read More »

Scales of Justice: Rethinking Parking Fines

September 25, 2019

By Matt Darst and Michael Brown On a recent trip, I counted more than a dozen illegally parked vehicles traveling from my quarters to a coffee shop just two blocks away. Despite street sweeping bans  in effect, a number of motorists decided to park illegally. I wondered why so many Read More »

2019 Southwest Parking & Transportation Association (SWPTA) Fall Conference

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Case Study: Lancaster Parking Authority Earns APO

September 24, 2019

“The APO [Accredited Parking Organization] is essentially a rigorous checklist,” writes Larry Cohen, CAPP, executive director of the Lancaster Parking Authority (LPA), in the September issue of Parking & Mobility. “It evaluates every aspect of your parking organization from A to Z, including but not limited to human resources, finances, Read More »

Carolinas Parking & Mobility Association Annual Conference & Tradeshow

The Best Parking Strategy, According to Science

September 23, 2019

There are, according to a newly released scientific study, three main kinds of parkers: Meek, who take the first space they see. Optimistic, who cruise and circle until they find the perfect space. Prudent, who doesn’t take the first space but won’t circle for long, either. Which group wastes the Read More »

More to Give

September 20, 2019

By Shawn Conrad, CAE When I graduated from college, I was eager to find a job, earn a paycheck, and see what opportunities might lie ahead. It had to be the right company and the right career, because I knew I would be there a long time; my father and Read More »

IPMI Training: Accredited Parking Organization (APO) Online Site Reviewer Training

September 19, 2019

IPMI Training: Accredited Parking Organization (APO) Online Site Reviewer Training The Accredited Parking Organization (APO) program establishes a benchmark of the quality by which a parking management organization conducts its business and maintains its facilities and services. Site review is a required component for applicant organizations, and must be completed Read More »

University Offers Free Bike Valet Parking, Lights, on Game Days

To promote alternative transportation on football game days, the University of Arkansas offers free bike valet parking at its stadium. And to ensure bikers get home safely after night games, it will give them bike lights, too. Biking fans also get free snacks and drinks–making this all quite a package Read More »

IPMI Webinar: To Email, Text or Meet? That is the Perpetual Question!

September 18, 2019

Live Online Webcast: $35.00 for IPMI Members, $85.00 for Non-Members Description: Communication is tricky and finding the most effective media (email, phone, text, smoke signal) to share your messages is a constant challenge. Adding to the complexity is the ultimate project delivery method: design build, design bid build, construction manager at Read More »

Making Better Decisions Daily

By Brett Wood, CAPP, PE As the parking and transportation demand management industries continue to intersect and become one, we are continually learning new ways to improve our business model and support more sustainable and efficient transportation ecosystems. One of the newer concepts taking hold is the idea of daily Read More »

IPMI Webinar: To Email, Text or Meet? That is the Perpetual Question!

September 18, 2019 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm EDT Live Online Webcast: $35.00 for IPMI Members, $50.00 for Non-Members Description: Communication is tricky and finding the most effective media (email, phone, text, smoke signal) to share your messages is a constant challenge. Adding to the complexity is the ultimate project Read More »

IPMI Training: Accredited Parking Organization (APO) Online Site Reviewer Training

September 17, 2019

IPMI Training: Accredited Parking Organization (APO) Online Site Reviewer Training The Accredited Parking Organization (APO) program establishes a benchmark of the quality by which a parking management organization conducts its business and maintains its facilities and services. Site review is a required component for applicant organizations, and must be completed Read More »

A Rain Forest in Downtown Des Moines?

By David M. Feehan Twenty years ago, a bright, young millionaire proposed an eye-popping idea for downtown Des Moines, Iowa: a 10-acre, under glass, rain forest. Now, Des Moines is a wonderful town, but not exactly a tourist mecca. What would a rain forest the size of four Walmarts do Read More »

Top-tier Garage Spaces a Hot Commodity in New York City

September 16, 2019

In an era of tightening parking maximums for development and great calls for transit-oriented development and walkable cities, private parking has gone upscale in New York City and developers and real estate agents say it’s in hot demand at record-high prices. The New York Times this weekend ran a story Read More »

Member News: Leonard Simek Named Vice President of Strategic Alliances at The Toledo Ticket Company

September 13, 2019

(TOLEDO, OH, Sept. 10, 2019) Leonard Simek was recently named Vice President of Strategic Alliances for The Toledo Ticket Company, a leading provider of ticketing solutions for nearly 110 years. Simek, who joined Toledo Ticket in 2013 as Business Development Manager, has over 30 years of experience in printing and Read More »

Member News: Midwest Parking & Facility Products Sells Company To Pacific Cascade Corporation and ParkingZone.

Vancouver, WA (September 10, 2019) – Pacific Cascade Corporation (PCC) and Midwest Parking & Facility Products (MWP) have had a long term collaborative and business relationship since MWP opened. Steve Vincelli established MWP in 1991.  Prior to that, Vincelli worked for a property management company in Minneapolis, Minnesota where he Read More »

Member News: INRIX Identifies the Top Cities For Micromobility Solutions In the US, UK, & Germany

Micromobility – defined as shared bikes, e-bikes and e-scooters – has the potential to deliver substantial benefits to consumers and businesses around the world, including efficient and cost-effective travel, reduced traffic congestion, decreased emissions and a boost to the local economy. INRIX Research analyzed trillions of anonymous data points from Read More »

Member News: Passport CEO Bob Youakim named one of the Top 50 SaaS CEOs of 2019

Passport’s top executive honored for leading company through explosive growth Charlotte, N.C. (Sept. 6, 2019) — Each year, The Software Report releases a list of the top 50 CEOs who are leading some of the most successful software as a service (SaaS) companies. Passport’s CEO Bob Youakim was recognized for Read More »

Member News: TimHaahs Celebrates Opening of Auburn University Parking Facility

TimHaahs recently completed the development of a new 750-space parking facility for Auburn University in Auburn, AL. TimHaahs served as the parking consultant and engineer of record for the garage which will serve the University, as well as the Auburn Hotel and Conference Center. The garage will also support the Read More »

Leading with Graciousness

By Thomas W. Gaffery IV, MBA, CAPP Years ago, I attended a mentor’s workshop entitled “The art of graciousness.” The topic is something that has crossed my mind many times since. The idea of graciousness in the workplace is fascinating because it can be a nebulous thing and takes ongoing Read More »

Member News: PayByPhone Names Stephen Lazenby Chief Product Officer

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA  (September 10, 2019), PayByPhone, the global leader in mobile parking payments, today announced that Stephen Lazenby has been named Chief Product Officer. An experienced software product and development leader, Lazenby joins PayByPhone from Global Relay Communications, where he was Global Head of Product. In his new position, Read More »

Member News: TIBA Parking Systems Expands Value Added Reseller Network in Australia

Melbourne, Australia (September 9, 2019) – TIBA Parking Systems welcomes InnerVision Engineering to its’ Value Added Reseller (VAR) network in Australia. TIBA is expanding its’ VAR network in Australia and will be providing sales and support services in additional metropolitan areas, including Melbourne, Perth and Adelaide. InnerVision is an industry Read More »

Member News: Winpark Names Amy Zaid As Company’s New Regional Vice President

Houston, Texas – Winpark announced today that Amy Zaid has been named as the company’s new Regional Vice President. “Amy has always demonstrated a best-in-class approach to Winpark’s operations across our portfolio,” said Winpark’s President, Drew Riley. “Her focus has always been ‘quality over quantity’ which has translated into optimal Read More »

Time to Consider Non-city Transportation Issues

By Courtney Turner I hate driving. Aside from emptying the dishwasher and folding clothes, it’s my least favorite thing to do. However, I’m finding that I spend more time in my car than anywhere else–and I’m not even commuting for work. Because my kids aren’t eligible to ride one of Read More »

IPMI Training: Accredited Parking Organization (APO) Online Site Reviewer Training

September 12, 2019

IPMI Training: Accredited Parking Organization (APO) Online Site Reviewer Training The Accredited Parking Organization (APO) program establishes a benchmark of the quality by which a parking management organization conducts its business and maintains its facilities and services. Site review is a required component for applicant organizations, and must be completed Read More »

Emerging Parking and Mobility Partners

By L. Dennis Burns, CAPP In the past year or two, I have noticed what seems to be an encouraging trend related to an increased interest and focus on parking and mobility issues by inter-governmental and planning organizations. Metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs) in particular have become much more active in Read More »

Call for Presentations Opens for the 2020 IPMI Conference & Expo

The Call for Presentations closes on October 10, 2019 at 7:00 PM EDT. For more information on selection notification and other speaker deadlines, please visit the conference website. Seeking passionate, inspired, expert speakers in five tracks.  The 2020 IPMI Conference education program will feature five tracks to enlighten and inspire attendees: Read More »

Call for Awards Opens for the 2020 IPMI Conference & Expo

IPMI’s annual Awards and Recognition programs celebrate individuals and organizations in the parking, transportation, and mobility industry. Winners in three major award categories – Awards of Excellence, Professional Recognition Awards, and Marketing – exemplify industry excellence. The 2020 awards submission process is now open. Complete all submissions by November 15, Read More »

Curb Management and the Smart Cities Road Map

September 11, 2019

Our world is becoming more urbanized than ever before. By 2050, more than 60 percent of the world’s population is expected to live in cities, and public and private companies, as well as federal, state, and city governments, are getting involved to make the connection between people and the city Read More »

Smart Cities Expo World Congress (SCEWC) Atlanta

Smart City Expo Atlanta is the only U.S. edition of Smart City Expo World Congress, the world’s leading conference and expo on smart cities and smart urban solutions. Hosted annually in Barcelona since 2011, Smart City Expo World Congress has globally expanded to Brazil, Turkey, Japan, Mexico and Argentina, and Read More »

IPMI Training: Accredited Parking Organization (APO) Online Site Reviewer Training

September 10, 2019

IPMI Training: Accredited Parking Organization (APO) Online Site Reviewer Training The Accredited Parking Organization (APO) program establishes a benchmark of the quality by which a parking management organization conducts its business and maintains its facilities and services. Site review is a required component for applicant organizations, and must be completed Read More »

Becoming the Social Media Hot Rod

By Kim A. Spagnulo Let’s face the facts: There is a lot more to the parking industry than just pulling into a garage or valeting your car for a few hours. In an industry advertising cement parking structures and wide-open surface lots, we’re tasked with the challenge of making that Read More »

Mobility & Tech: Peak Car?

September 9, 2019

By Brett Wood, CAPP, PE I WAS IN GRAD SCHOOL AT THE TURN OF THE CENTURY, learning my trade in transporta­tion planning, which would eventually fall headlong into parking planning. I remember one class in which my graduate research professor spoke about transportation trends. The discussion specifically focused on how Read More »

Member News: Westward Introduces XTF Flat Deck Vehicle

Recently, Westward Industries announced the release of its GO-4 XTF Flat Deck vehicle. The Go-4 XTF is the perfect solution for users who require more varied hauling options. Westward can customize the vehicles to the unique needs, sizes, and capabilities of each setting. The numerous options offered on an a Read More »

Member News: Southland Printing Acquires Assets of Digital Printing Systems

                           SHREVEPORT, LA, September 9, 2019 – Southland Printing Company, Inc. today announced that it has acquired substantially all the business assets of Digital Printing Systems, Inc., a leading provider of printed parking and transit products. Digital Printing Read More »

Member News: Propark Mobility Adds Stephen Duffy to Executive Team

Hartford, Connecticut (September 4, 2019) – Propark Mobility (“Propark”) has announced the appointment of Stephen Duffy as the company’s Chief Strategy Officer. “Stephen has driven a tremendous amount of success in our industry,” explained John Schmid, Propark’s Chief Executive Officer. “He will enhance profitability for our clients with his creativity Read More »

Member News: ParkMobile Offers More Parking Options for Cleveland Browns Fans at FirstEnergy Stadium

Cleveland, OH – August 28, 2019 – ParkMobile, the leading provider of smart parking and mobility solutions in North America, announced today new parking options for Cleveland Browns fans at FirstEnergy Stadium. In addition to single game parking passes, people can now buy full season parking packages for lots around the Read More »

Member News: Flowbird Partners with Treasure Island, FL for Parking Expansion Project

Shoppers and beach-goers will soon have more parking availability   Moorestown, New Jersey (August 16, 2019) – The City of Treasure Island, FL, has voted to add 42 metered parking spaces to the island’s busy beach-front lots. City commissioners unanimously voted to expand their contract with Flowbird group, the world’s Read More »

Flying Taxis May Debut in San Francisco

Don’t put those Jetsons dreams on hold just yet–a Google-related startup has eyes on launching flying taxis in San Fransicso, and they’re not kidding around. Kitty Hawk Corp., is a three-year-old company backed by Larry Page, founder of Google and CEO of Alphabet, Google’s parent company. They say the best Read More »

Enemy at the Gate?

September 6, 2019

By Michelle W. Jones, CAE, CMP Sometimes at night I’ll watch old sitcoms. One recent evening I was scrolling the onscreen program guide, and I saw some episodes of “Frasier” coming up. In the middle of the night an episode was going to air involving a parking garage. I had Read More »

Seattle Contemplates On-street Bike, Scooter Parking

September 5, 2019

Users love the convenience of dockless, shared bikes and scooters, but not everyone is quite as enamored with the clutter they can create on sidewalks and curbs in between uses. Seattle, Wash., is considering establishing on-street parking spaces for the vehicles to help combat that. The city council this week Read More »

A Different Fee Structure for E-scooters to Solve Curb Clutter

September 4, 2019

By Nathan Donnell We live and die by supply and demand in the parking and mobility industry. We are challenged by the public, stakeholders, and business owners to have enough parking  while keeping the price at a reasonable level so as to not deter people from using the curb space. Read More »

Member News: SpotHero and The Parking Spot Announce Preferred Partnership to Power Digital Parking Reservations Near Airports Nationwide

September 3, 2019

CHICAGO, IL – August 29, 2019 – As 17.5 million passengers prepare to travel through the nation’s airports this Labor Day weekend, SpotHero, the largest place to buy and sell parking in North America, and The Parking Spot, the largest owner and operator of near-airport parking properties, today announced a Read More »

Member News: INRIX Now Helps 90% of the Site Selection Industry; Road Rules Moves Cities into the 21st Century

Growing companies turn to INRIX to help them confidently select the most successful locations by using mobility data and insights. For years, INRIX has helped our site selection partners take the guesswork out of where to open new locations by helping them better understand roadway traffic patterns around various candidate locations.  We’re excited Read More »

Member News: FlashParking Welcomes Parking Industry Veteran and Sales Visionary, Alan Poulton as Its New Executive Vice President of Sales

Poulton will leverage over 12 years in the parking industry and 20 years in the sales sector to further accelerate FlashParking’s growth and expansion. Austin, Texas (August 26, 2019) –  FlashParking, a mobility technology and parking solutions provider, announces the appointment of industry leader, Alan Poulton, as their new Executive Read More »

Free, Electric Ride-share System Debuts in Eugene, Ore.

Travelers in Eugene, Ore., can use an app to summon a free ride in an electric vehicle during the workweek starting today. It’s a pilot program, and organizers say local business owners, including owners of downtown shops and restaurants, need to help promote it to make it work. The service Read More »

Stop Treating the Symptoms: Curing Traffic Congestion at the Source

September 1, 2019

By Juan Rodriguez CONGESTION IS A PROBLEM that routinely plagues cities worldwide. The threats it poses to society are immense: chronic pollution, crumbling infrastructures, and low quality of life. As major cities search for solutions, they often turn to tactics such as congestion pricing and curbside management—programs that can produce Read More »

Taking Control of the Curb

By David Singletary TRANSPORTATION AND MOBILITY LOOK VERY DIFFERENT than they did a decade ago. There used to be a handful of ways to travel throughout a city: single-occupancy vehicles, public transit buses, trains, taxi cabs, and the occasional bicycle. Today, the number of options has increased with the introduction Read More »

Mobility Services and Technology

How curb management is part of the smart city and mobility road map. By Teresa Trussell, CAPP AS A PARKING INDUSTRY VETERAN, I have been reading this magazine for approximately 17 years, and I must say I have never seen more excitement than at this moment over a single topic: Read More »

The Business of Parking: Learning to C.O.P.E. with Culture

Why do so many organizations and leaders get culture so horribly wrong? By Julius E. Rhodes, SPHR IN BUSINESS TODAY AND IN SOCIETY IN GENERAL, we are bombarded with the notion of culture. In our organizations it is widely believed that if you don’t get culture right, nothing else matters. Read More »

Campus Expansion Demands Parking Innovation

By Bill Smith and Craig Smith WHEN IPMI VISITS SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS, NEXT JUNE, Conference & Expo attendees will have a chance to see an innovative parking project. H-E-B, the Texas-based grocery retailer, is close to completing the development of a new five-level parking garage that will provide 744 spaces Read More »

The Green Standard: A Business Model for an Evolving Industry

By Trevyr Meade OUR INDUSTRY NOW STANDS AT A MAJOR INFLECTION POINT. In just a few short years, we’ve seen the foundation for a new mobility paradigm take shape, the emergence of climate-­related risk, and people’s expectations for business’s role within society evolve. These chang­es have created a tremendous opportunity, Read More »

Empowering the Multimodal Journey

By Jon Ziglar TODAY’S INNOVATIONS ARE FUNDAMENTALLY CHANGING the way people live. We’re hearing more and more about technologies that are autonomous and electric, connected and shared, and on-demand and in real-time. We’ve seen a rise in ridehailing companies like Uber and Lyft, car-sharing companies like Car2Go and Zipcar, bike-sharing Read More »

ON THE FRONTLINE: That’s Karma, Vincent

By Cindy Campbell ONE OF THE RUNNING JOKES I HAVE WITH FRIENDS centers on the theory that I have good parking karma—or is it CARma? (I digress.) Let’s focus on the concept of karma for a minute. It’s been said that there is no such thing as luck and that Read More »

Stressing About Change? Try Breaking Down the Silos

August 30, 2019

By Cindy Campbell Fact: Organizational change is inevitable and constant. We’re daydreaming when we entertain the notion that one day soon the pace of change will slow and we’ll be able to catch up. (Hint: The keyword of that last sentence was daydreaming.) Changes in policy, practice, services, purpose, personnel—you Read More »

Google Maps Adds Mixed Modes to Navigation Options

August 29, 2019

It’s not unusual anymore to get from point A to point B using a bus, a train, and bike- or scooter-share in a single journey. Google Maps announced yesterday it will soon add all those options and more to its trip navigation options, so commuters can plan their routes mixing Read More »

The S.M.A.R.T. Approach to Financial Goals

August 28, 2019

By Mark A. Vergenes As you move through life, it’s essential to continually establish, measure, and refine long-term financial goals. We recommend using the S.M.A.R.T. planning tool. It’s believed George T. Doran created this acronym for a management paper he wrote back in 1981 for the Washington Water Power Company. Read More »

Prepared for That Presentation?

August 27, 2019

By Casey Jones, CAPP I’m 15 minutes early for the presentation. I’ve spoken many times before but I always like to show up a little early to shake out any bugs and focus. I notice that the layout of the room is a little weird and I’m right up against Read More »

AV Parking Simulation Results: Industry Should Prepare Now

August 26, 2019

A new simulation of what autonomous vehicles (AVs) would do for parking after dropping passengers off in a city shows that owners of downtown garages should be thinking now about attracting them, its organizers say. The simulation started with occupancy and rate data for off-street garages and lots in downtown Read More »

Member News: SpotHero Announces $50 Million Series D Funding Led by Macquarie Capital

August 23, 2019

Chicago, IL — Aug. 22, 2019 — SpotHero, the digital parking leader, today announced $50 million in Series D funding led by Macquarie Capital, bringing SpotHero’s total funding to date to $118 million. Union Grove Venture Partners participated in the round, along with existing investors including Insight Venture Partners, Global Read More »

Member News: ParkVia’s Happy Customers Drive Over Half a Million Reviews

Europe’s favourite airport parking retailer, ParkVia, has hit a significant milestone within its business after recording over 500,000 positive reviews from its happy customers.  With a global platform dedicated to satisfying consumer appetite for a more personalised approach to the digital travel experience, ParkVia has utilised its position as an aggregator to successfully grow its online review forum alongside its international network.   Clocking up over half Read More »

Member News: Fullsteam acquires netPark

               Fullsteam, a holding company acquiring software and payments businesses, announced today the acquisition of netPark, a cloud-based point-of-sale and revenue management software company serving self-park and valet operations. The netPark acquisition is Fullsteam’s first in the parking technology market. The netPark software is Read More »

Member News: Arrive Integrates with SeatGeek to Simplify Event Parking

Partnership Will Help Reduce Traffic and Make it Easier for Drivers to Get to Events on Time  Aug. 20, 2019, Chicago — SeatGeek and Arrive are making it easier for people to get to their favorite events. Fans attending games or events at a number of venues across the SeatGeek Read More »

Member News: City of Long Beach expands Passport Parking across the city