Curb Management

Part 2: How to Bring the Curbside to Life

We are thrilled to announce that Mobile Smart City is expanding our PANGO platform to new locations across Georgia! Our innovative solutions will now enhance mobility, security, and access control in even more areas. Why PANGO? 🔹 Efficiency: PANGO streamlines parking and permit management, reducing operational costs and improving service delivery.  🔹 Revenue Boost: Our platform helps cities and operators increase revenue through optimized parking solutions and mobile payments.  🔹 User Experience: PANGO offers a seamless and user-friendly experience, making it easier for residents and visitors to navigate parking and access control.  🔹 Real-Time Enforcement: With advanced enforcement tools, ZEUS, the enforcement platform, ensures compliance and enhances security. Since 2017, Mobile Smart City has been at the forefront of delivering integrated digital solutions for cities, universities, airports, hospitals, ports, residential communities, and private operators. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with offices in Virginia and Madrid (Spain), we operate across North America, South America, the Caribbean, and Europe. Join us in welcoming PANGO to new locations in Georgia and experience the future of smart city solutions!  Mobile Smart City is committed to helping our clients deliver seamless, scalable, and secure digital services that meet the demands of today’s connected environments. 🌐 www.mobilesmart.city | 📞 1-844-726-4644

Cleverciti, a leader in curb management technology, is excited to collaborate with the City of Pasadena, California, to enhance curb management operations with curb technology solutions. The city’s growing popularity, combined with its commitment to sustainability and pedestrian-friendly infrastructure, has led to increased demand for smarter parking solutions. As such, Pasadena is implementing a forward-thinking initiative by integrating Cleverciti’s AI-powered curb management system. The city’s decision to leverage this advanced technology stems from the need to provide real-time parking data and reduce congestion. Cleverciti’s aerial sensors will enable Pasadena to monitor parking occupancy, optimize space utilization, and offer dynamic guidance to drivers seeking available spots. This initiative aligns with Pasadena’s broader efforts to create a more accessible, efficient, and technology-driven parking ecosystem. "Pasadena is committed to embracing innovative solutions that enhance mobility and improve the daily experience for our community,” said Jon Hamblen, Pasadena Parking Manager. “With smart parking technology, we’re taking a significant step toward a more efficient and sustainable parking system.” Cleverciti CRO Sonny Samra added, “Pasadena’s rich history and forward-thinking approach make it the ideal city to showcase the benefits of our intelligent curb management system. We’re proud to partner with Pasadena in transforming its parking infrastructure.” With this strategic partnership, Pasadena is setting a new standard for urban parking management, creating a seamless, data-driven approach to parking that supports its long-term sustainability and mobility goals. This initiative underscores its commitment to innovation, accessibility, and enhancing the quality of life for all who live, work, and visit the city.

Barcelona – Urbiotica, a leading provider of smart parking solutions powered by IoT and artificial intelligence, has announced a strategic partnership with Integrated Technical Systems, Inc. (ITS), one of the most established systems integrators serving the U.S. East Coast. This collaboration marks a key milestone in Urbiotica’s international growth strategy, enabling access to the rapidly evolving U.S. market in the areas of curbside management and urban mobility. “The U.S. market represents a major opportunity for parking digitization, especially in curbside management, which is seeing fast-paced development. We’re very excited to begin this partnership with ITS, a company with deep market knowledge, an impressive track record, and a strong commitment to innovation,” said Marc Boher, COO of Urbiotica. With over 50 years of experience, ITS is a trusted leader in access control, parking management systems, and perimeter security technologies. Headquartered in Connecticut, ITS operates regional offices in Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania,   Maryland, Georgia and Florida —covering the broader New England, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeastern U.S. regions. This footprint positions ITS as a key partner to deploy Urbiotica’s advanced curbside and smart parking solutions across a broad network of municipalities and parking operators. “This partnership with Urbiotica represents a natural step forward for us,” said David Santilli, Director of Marketing & Business Development for ITS. With many years of hands-on experience in smart parking and a strong focus on innovation, Urbiotica brings real value to the table. As demand grows for more efficient and data-driven curbside management, combining their expertise with our local presence allows us to deliver meaningful, high-impact solutions to the cities and operators we work with every day.” By joining forces, Urbiotica and ITS aim to deliver high-performance, end-to-end parking solutions that address growing urban mobility challenges. These include real-time parking guidance, loading zone monitoring, enforcement of parking regulations, and optimized turnover—all critical for the effective management of limited curb space in dense urban areas. The partnership aims to deliver innovative smart parking solutions that optimize curb space usage, enhance operational efficiency, and support the development of more sustainable and connected cities. By streamlining parking enforcement and curbside management, municipalities and operators across the East Coast will be empowered to increase revenue generation, improve turnover, and make more informed, data-driven decisions that maximize the value of every parking space. About Integrated Technical Systems, Inc. (ITS) Founded in 1969 and based in Connecticut, ITS is one of the most respected independent systems integrators in the Eastern United States. The company offers comprehensive solutions for fire and life safety, security, communications, access control, parking systems, and perimeter protection. With a legacy built on trust and customer satisfaction, ITS continues to lead large-scale urban and commercial projects across the East Coast. About Urbiotica Urbiotica is a pioneering smart city company specializing in IoT and AI-based parking solutions. With a presence in over 50 countries and more than 150,000 parking spaces digitized, Urbiotica is transforming urban environments through smarter mobility, increased operational efficiency, and a strong commitment to sustainability.

As Atlantic Beach, NC, prepares for its busy tourist season, the town is taking proactive steps to update its parking management strategy to ensure a seamless experience for visitors and residents. Known for its beautiful beaches, the iconic Oceanana Fishing Pier, and popular summer festivals, Atlantic Beach sees a major increase in vehicle traffic each year. To handle the seasonal surge efficiently, the town has implemented Park Loyalty’s cutting-edge Pro Solutions parking management software—Enforce Pro, Process Pro, and Permit Pro—partnering with Pivot Parking and TEZ Parking to create a highly efficient parking ecosystem. Optimized Parking Enforcement with Advanced Enforcement Management Software Traditional parking management systems often struggle to handle high-demand periods, leading to inefficiencies and frustration. Enforce Pro, a powerful enforcement management software, streamlines operations with an intuitive interface featuring advanced license plate recognition (LPR), mobile ticketing, and real-time dashboards. Whether managing routine enforcement or addressing peak-season violations, this robust parking management software ensures an effective and efficient violation management process. Streamlined Citation Processing and Digital Permitting Process Pro enhances efficiency by streamlining the entire lifecycle of parking violations, from ticket issuance to resolution. With automated workflows and scalable functionality, it supports citation volumes of any range, for any type of parking operation. This ensures that Atlantic Beach can handle its seasonal demand with ease. Permit Pro further modernizes parking management by eliminating physical permits such as hangtags and stickers. With its user-friendly self-service portal, residents and visitors can apply and pay for their seasonal parking passes online in a quick and easy self-service process. Integrated Technology for a Better Experience The launch also includes an integration with TEZ’s TEZPARK solution, allowing visitors to pay for parking quickly and conveniently from their phones. This, combined with the expertise of Pivot Parking in managing day-to-day operations, creates a frictionless parking experience for everyone.

Charlotte, NC – Passport, the most trusted technology partner for innovative curb management solutions, is helping Florida cities manage the influx of spring break visitors and is revealing its parking and payment best practices. Last year, Florida saw a record-breaking 142.9 million visitors, with a significant portion traveling during the spring break season in March and April - more people can mean more problems with parking. “With Spring Break approaching, Florida is preparing for a record influx of visitors—and as someone who grew up here, I know firsthand how crucial this surge is to local economies,” said Khristian Gutierrez, co-founder and CEO of Passport. “But we also want to ensure local officials have the software resources to keep their communities functioning smoothly. As a trusted partner to cities across North America, we offer real-time insights and comprehensive parking compliance solutions that empower leaders to make informed decisions—both during peak demand and throughout the year—ultimately helping communities thrive.” Passport’s fully integrated curb management solution brings together parking enforcement, mobile pay parking, digital permitting, payments, and more. By centralizing parking data, Passport ensures cities can operate more efficiently, increase revenue, and improve the parking experience. In February 2025, the City of Tampa experienced a 57.5% increase in Passport Parking sessions compared to February 2024 and is preparing for more congestion in the month ahead. “The City of Tampa is focused on making our city fun for tourists and livable for our residents, even during high-volume times like spring break,” said Fed Revolte, City of Tampa Parking Division Manager. “With Passport, we have been able to access valuable data on what’s happening at the curb for the last few years so that we can better plan for managing parking turnover and compliance. It also allows us to provide an easy solution for parkers who want to pay from their phone.” In order to better manage parking during peak times, Passport suggests cities focus on these five best practices: Use clear signage: By providing clear and easily understandable parking signage, cities inform and update residents and visitors alike about parking regulations. Confusing or poorly placed signs can lead to unintentional violations. Make it mobile: Ensure you’re offering a mobile app to pay for parking and citations, and encourage parkers to download the right app to make life at the curb easier, while also expediting payments for citations. In 2024, 85% of all paid citations processed by Passport were resolved online. Over-communicate to consumers: Make sure they understand the citation and enforcement rules and next steps - including how they will receive notices. Most cities don’t send payment links via text message or request payment through unofficial channels. Dive into data: Explore years and months past to spot trends and stay ahead of challenges. Changing parking turnover during peak times can help alleviate congestion and ensure the city runs smoothly when it’s busy. Choose the right partner: Select a parking vendor that can bring all facets of curb management into one place to ease the burden for city officials and parkers alike. Passport's Partner Marketplace boasts over 60 integrations with technology partners and collaborates with regional providers and private operators like LAZ Parking and Metropolis SP+. Passport supports 800 cities and has processed more than $3.5B in curbside payments across paid citations, mobile payments, and parking permits. Passport data shows one in five Americans interacted with at least one of Passport’s products in 2024. For more information, including best practices, resources, and other reports, visit https://www.passportinc.com/. About Passport Passport is the trusted technology partner for over 800 cities and private operators across North America, unifying paid parking, enforcement operations, and payment infrastructure into one platform. By simplifying how municipalities manage and monetize the curb, Passport empowers local leaders to boost compliance, unlock new revenue opportunities, and improve how people move around their communities. Passport helps cities thrive by delivering the tools and insights they need to meet evolving mobility challenges and create community-focused outcomes.  Media Contact: Aimee Eichelberger (312) 952-1528 Passport@983group.com

Make the Leap from Managing Parking to a Curbside Management Program

Parking. It’s one of those daily puzzles that many of us don’t think much about until we’re searching for a spot. But behind every parking spot and restriction in your city, there’s more going on than you may know. In most municipalities, parking regulations aren’t just made-up thoughts by a few city employees. They’re the result of a careful balancing act involving several key stakeholders. City governments often establish parking restrictions to ensure safety, ease traffic flow, and make room for residents, businesses, and visitors. But how do these decisions come to about? Who’s Involved? Local Government: The city council or other elected officials are the ones who ultimately pass ordinances that establish parking rules. These decisions usually follow recommendations from city planners, transportation experts, and traffic management. City’s SME (Subject Matter Experts)- City Planners, Traffic Management, & Transportation Experts: These professionals analyze traffic patterns, pedestrian safety, and the availability or required number of parking spaces to recommend for specific areas. Residents & Business Owners: As the people most affected by parking rules, residents and local business owners often have a voice in the process. Public outreach is important. Conducting public hearings, surveys, and consultations give them the opportunity to weigh in on potential changes. Police and Enforcement Departments: These groups ensure the rules are followed, helping to maintain order on the streets. Their feedback is essential in determining whether current restrictions are effective or need adjustments. It's All About Balance Parking restrictions aren't just about limiting where you can park. They’re about creating a system that works for everyone—residents, business owners, and even people just passing through. A city might need to balance the needs of local commuters, visitors, and people who live in the area. Too few spots? It becomes a hassle for residents. Too many restrictions? Businesses might suffer, and people may park illegally. In the end, while it may seem like just another city rule, parking restrictions reflect the effort to make the community run smoothly. And it’s clear: it’s not something any one person can do alone. Tavris Parker, CAPP, is a Parking Operations Manager for the City of Virginia Beach. Tavris can be reached at TParker@vbgov.com.

Houston, TX – Automotus, a leader in curb management technology, is excited to announce its partnership with ParkHouston to introduce Smart Loading Zones across the City. This innovative collaboration aims to make curbside parking more efficient for commercial vehicles by eliminating the need for an app, encouraging quicker turnaround times, reducing congestion, and promoting local business vitality in the largest and busiest city in Texas. Smart Loading Zones utilize Automotus's AI-powered solutions to address the growing challenges of urban parking management, specifically for business vehicles utilizing loading zones. The new system will offer seamless, automated payment and invoicing for drivers based on license plates, plus provide real-time data collection and analytics so ParkHouston officials can monitor curb usage and ensure optimal traffic flow. “Houston is a dynamic city with increasing demands on its curb space,” said Automotus Vice President of City Partnerships Matt Brooker. “We’re thrilled to partner with ParkHouston to deliver a solution that improves access and safety for businesses and residents while reducing congestion and simplifies loading zone parking.” Key benefits of the Smart Loading Zones include: Improved Efficiency: Drivers can easily locate and use designated loading zones, reducing delays and conflicts at the curb. Dynamic Pricing: Automated pricing systems encourage shorter stays and higher turnover, ensuring equitable curb access. Data-Driven Insights: Real-time analytics provide ParkHouston with valuable insights to optimize curbside policies and operations. “ParkHouston is committed to innovative solutions that address the needs of our growing city,” said ParkHouston Deputy Director Maria Irshad. “Partnering with Automotus enables us to get our commercial drivers in and out of parking spots quicker creating a more efficient and vibrant environment for everyday commuters.” The pilot program is set to launch in the Downtown and Midtown neighborhoods in March of this year, with plans to expand based on the success of the initial rollout. Automotus and ParkHouston will work closely with local businesses, delivery services, and other stakeholders to ensure the zones meet the needs of the community. For more information about the Smart Loading Zones initiative, visit Automotus at https://www.automotus.co/ or ParkHouston at https://www.houstontx.gov/parking/. About Automotus: Automotus is a pioneer in curb management technology, helping cities and businesses worldwide to optimize curbside operations, reduce congestion, and achieve sustainability goals. Its solutions, including CurbPass and CurbSuite, empower communities to create more accessible, equitable, and environmentally friendly urban environments. More at Automotus. About ParkHouston: ParkHouston oversees on-street parking in Houston, providing innovative solutions to manage parking resources effectively and improve mobility. The organization is dedicated to enhancing the urban experience through technology, collaboration, and sustainable practices.

Over the past several years, urban curb space has emerged as one of the cities’ most valuable and contested resources.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - Populus, the global leader for curb and mobility management solutions, is proud to announce the expansion of its partnership with Redwood City, California. Building on a collaboration that began in April 2023 managing shared mobility, Redwood City will now leverage Populus’s complete Curb Manager Platform to shape the future of their right-of-way management. In 2024, Redwood City adopted the Populus Curb Manager: Parking Insights product to gain actionable insights into curb demand and parking activity. Now, with the addition of Curb Manager: Curb Regulations, the City will be empowered with tools to digitize, manage, and communicate complex curbside rules more effectively. This addition empowers the City to digitize and analyze curb regulations, integrate diverse real-time parking data, and more actively manage curbside demand and revenue – unlocking a new generation of making more data-driven decisions.

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