Enforcement

Orikan Group has entered into an agreement to acquire the business of Global Parking Solutions USA (GPS USA), a parking meter system technology provider, headquartered in California, USA. GPS USA is a long-term exclusive distributor of Orikan’s Metro Meters and EziCom central management system, servicing the US market for over 15 years. The acquisition will see Michael Kavur and Philippe Swale join Orikan, bringing a wealth of local knowledge about multi-space parking meter implementation to the team. Peter Neale, Chief Executive Officer, Orikan, says the agreement is a natural step, building on Orikan’s long-standing partnership with GPS USA. “By joining forces, Orikan will enhance GPS USA’s services with a fully integrated set of parking technology solutions. It means we can bring Orikan’s entire suite of industry-leading services to a market we’ve been working on for a very long time,” he says. “We have strong local knowledge and a proud, 15-year history serving communities across the US. Now we are doubling down on our investment,” Peter adds. Michael Kavur agrees that the acquisition is a powerful opportunity to benefit local US communities with more powerful solutions. “By teaming up we will boost our range of parking technology solutions with parking enforcement software, pay-by-cell, analytics and data insights – and more products in the pipeline,” Michael says. Orikan will exhibit at the IPMI Parking & Mobility Conference & Expo, booth 669 from June 8-11 in Louisville, Kentucky. On display will be the latest multi-space parking meter technology designed exclusively for the US market, together with cutting edge virtual meter technology, digital enforcement and digital payment solutions. To make an appointment to meet with Orikan’s Chief Executive Officer or Chief Customer Officer at IPMI, contact Kristy Cook (Chief Marketing Officer) at kristy.cook@orikan.com or +61 (0) 419 348 811. About Orikan Orikan is a global technology company headquartered in Melbourne Australia. Orikan is a world-class provider of an end-to-end suite of parking technology solutions that supports real communities. From meters, maintenance and sensors to citation management, digital permits, smart payment applications, enforcement and analytics, we provide a one-of-a-kind, industry-leading suite of services. orikan.com About GPS USA GPS USA is an advanced parking meter system technology provider, headquartered in California, USA. GPS USA has serviced the US market for over 15 years revolutionising multi-space meter implementation. Media contact Kristy Cook – Chief Marketing Officer Orikan M: +61 (0) 419 348 811 E: kristy.cook@orikan.com

The IPMI Policy & Legislative Cohort administered a survey aimed at identifying the most pressing industry policy topics.  Among the top issues are policies around new technologies that could revolutionize parking management by reducing friction. One of the highest friction points in an operation is the ability to consistently facilitate curbside compliance, aka parking enforcement.  As curbside demands have exponentially increased, the parking enforcement tools in our policy toolbox have generally remained the same. I’m not here to write about the legislative barriers to reduce friction in the parking enforcement process (there are many) or the growing number of case studies of cities that have embarked on their automated enforcement journey (that number is growing).  What I’m here to write about today are the policies that your organization should be thinking about when you are able to reduce the friction in your parking enforcement process and move towards automated enforcement.  Before we begin, what do I mean by automated enforcement.  For the purposes of this discussion, automated enforcement is the ability to utilize fixed or mobile camera technology to identify a parking violation and process that parking violation without placing a parking citation on the violating vehicle. Imagine for a minute your organization has the legislative ability to implement automated enforcement.  Would you be able to implement by the end of the week, month, year?  Here are just a few policy topics your organization should think about when moving towards automated enforcement: Violation Types – does it makes sense to automate enforcement for all violation types? Are there more severe safety related parking violations that should be prioritized for an initial rollout of automated enforcement? Payment/Appeal Deadlines – mailing a parking citation to a registered owner adds time to the notification process. Do your payment and appeal deadlines need to shift to accommodate this new process? Violation Fine Structure – cities that have implemented automated enforcement have seen citation issuance increase exponentially. Knowing this may occur, are there opportunities to revise the fine structure for certain violations? This may be an opportunity to introduce first-time warnings, early payment discounts, or progressive pricing for repeat violators. Don’t get me wrong, the legislative framework to allow for automated enforcement is a top priority to enable your organization to leverage new and emerging parking enforcement technologies.  Equally as important is your policy framework for administering an automated enforcement program. Policies matter, and when developed in a comprehensive manner can lead to long-term success for your operation.  Let’s keep the conversation going on Forum Online Community and the dedicated “Policy and Legislation” community. Robert Ferrin, PTMP is a Mobility & Parking Senior Project Manager with Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc. and is serving his third term on the IPMI Board of Directors.  Robert can be reached at robert.ferrin@kimley-horn.com.

London, UK - Unity5, the company behind Zatpark, one of the UK’s leading end-to-end enforcement platforms, is proud to announce its first full-scale US exhibition at the IPMI Conference & Expo 2025, taking place June 8-11 in Kentucky. With a proven track record of transforming enforcement operations and permitting across local authorities and private operators in the UK, Unity5 is bringing its innovative platform to the global stage. At booth 459, Unity5 will showcase Zatpark, a cloud-native, configurable enforcement solution designed to integrate seamlessly with third-party technologies and deliver real-time, actionable data to those who need it most. “We’re thrilled to bring Unity5 to IPMI 2025,” said Hannah Fuller, Director of Commercial Strategy at Unity5. “Across the UK, we’ve helped modernize enforcement with a platform that doesn’t force compromise, it adapts to our partners’ needs, integrates with their existing systems, and turns data into smarter decisions. We believe that US cities, campuses, and operators are ready for a more unified, configurable approach that delivers real-world results.” Built for scalability, compliance, and configurability, Unity5’s Zatpark ecosystem is trusted by hundreds of operators in the UK. It supports every stage of the enforcement lifecycle - from capture and issuance to appeals and payments - with configurable rulesets, audit trails, and full API integration capabilities. Key highlights of the Unity5 platform include: Built-In Integrations: Connect with license plate recognition (LPR), sensors, pay-by-phone, permit systems, kiosks, and more- without switching core systems. Configurable Workflows: Localize enforcement rules, escalation pathways, user permissions, and reporting. Actionable Insights: Surface operational and compliance data from across your ecosystem to make informed, real-time decisions. Compliance-Led Architecture: Designed with governance, transparency, and auditability at its core- ready for both public and private sector deployments. Flexible Permitting: Manage residential, staff, visitor, or special-use permits in one intuitive system—complete with self-serve portals, real-time validation, and customizable rules to match local policies. Unity5’s expansion into the US market follows rapid growth in the UK, supported by investment from Synova and the recent acquisition of Chipside, a respected enforcement provider in the UK’s public sector. “We’ve built a platform that evolves with our customers,” Fuller added. “Whether you're a campus looking for smarter parking compliance or a city wanting to consolidate enforcement data across multiple departments, Zatpark gives you the tools to do it on your terms.” Unity5 invites attendees at IPMI 2025 to visit booth 459, explore the Zatpark platform in action, and meet the team behind the technology that’s redefining enforcement across the UK. To learn more or pre-book a meeting, visit unity5.com or follow Unity5 on LinkedIn. Media Contact: Darren Gallagher Director of Marketing, Unity5 darren.gallagher@unity5.com +44 (0) 77 0103 7286

Miami, FL -Survision, a global leader in Vehicle Recognition technology, is pleased to announce its latest integration with Park Loyalty, provider of the Pro Solutions® software platform for omnichannel violations management. This integration allows parking operators to combine Park Loyalty with PlatEnforce, Survision’s Mobile Parking Enforcement, to streamline enforcement workflows, reduce reliance on manual patrols, and accelerate citation processing—from detection to resolution. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in the effort to create more streamlined, automated, and effective parking operations. By combining Survision's advanced LPR technology and enforcement solution with Park Loyalty’s citation management tools, parking operators gain access to a comprehensive and modernized enforcement solution. This integration also allows for an easy migration from physical tickets to citations by mail, reducing the need for on-site printing, improving convenience for motorists, and minimizing face-to-face interactions to increase officer safety. Key Benefits of the Integration: Data Analysis: Aggregating data from digital payments, LPR, and citation management within the Park Loyalty reporting platform enables real-time insights that drive informed operational decisions Automated Enforcement: Park Loyalty users can now leverage PlatEnforce, Survision’s mobile LPR solution, to identify violations in real time from a vehicle—complementing the handheld LPR capabilities in Park Loyalty’s ticketing app and supporting parking sites transitioning from foot patrols to vehicle-based enforcement. Cloud-Based Solution: Park Loyalty and PlatEnforce operate entirely in the cloud, delivering flexible, scalable, and reliable enforcement capabilities with real-time connectivity, seamless updates, and minimal infrastructure requirements. Seamless Compatibility: The integration ensures smooth data exchange between PlatEnforce and Park Loyalty, allowing citation management and LPR data to work in harmony. Improved Compliance: With automated identification, evidence capture, and documentation of violations, parking operators can enhance compliance and reduce enforcement overhead. “This integration is an important step for both of our technologies to adapt to the needs of the parking operators, especially with citations by mail. By combining our platforms we are providing efficiency, safety, and transparency to operators and drivers.” -Laura Caillot, Managing Director of Survision The integration is now live and available to all applications. For more information on how this integration can benefit your parking operation, visit survisiongroup.com/platenforce and parkloyalty.com.

SpotGenius, ParkMobile, and Flock Safety have teamed up to deliver a powerful trifecta of technology and seamless API integrations, enabling next-level compliance and enforcement at Surfers Point in Ventura, California. This forward-thinking solution leverages industry-leading camera vision and AI technology, sustainable solar-powered LPR cameras, and automated payment compliance to deliver a valuable 24/7 joint-use enforcement solution that meets the compliance and safety needs of both parking and police departments, solving customer needs in a new and innovative way. To learn more about this powerful collaboration, visit https://bit.ly/4lNBOyU

Sacramento, CA – The City of Sacramento and Sacramento Regional Transit (SacRT) are partnering to launch automated bike lane enforcement, making Sacramento the first city in California – and in the United States – to enforce bike lanes using technology installed on transit buses. This initiative expands upon SacRT’s automated bus stop enforcement program, which currently equips 100 SacRT buses with camera systems to identify and report vehicles illegally parked along bus stops. Now, that same technology will also target illegal parking in bike lanes — a move by the City of Sacramento to protect vulnerable road users and improve roadway safety citywide. Why this program is essential When vehicles park illegally in bike lanes, cyclists are forced into traffic, putting them at greater risk of serious injury or worse. By keeping bike lanes clear, this program enhances safety and predictability for everyone on the road — whether they are walking, biking, driving, or riding transit. How this program works One hundred SacRT buses are equipped with front-facing cameras powered by machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) from Hayden AI. These cameras detect and record instances of illegal parking in Sacramento bus stops and bike lanes. When a violation occurs, the system captures a short video and a photo of the vehicle’s license plate, and the exact time and location of the incident. This information is then sent to the City of Sacramento for review and violation processing. As of Monday, April 14, 2025, drivers illegally parked in Sacramento bike lanes will receive warning notices in the mail. Violations with an accompanying fine will be issued starting Friday, June 13, 2025. This program is made possible by Assembly Bill 361 (AB 361), which authorizes California cities to use forward-facing cameras for enforcing parking violations in bike lanes and transit zones — a vital legislative step toward making streets safer for everyone. Key details for drivers: Notification start date: Monday, April 14, 2025, began a 60-day grace warning period. Violation start date: Violations with fines will be issued starting Friday, June 13, 2025. Violation process: If a vehicle is detected obstructing a bike lane, a parking violation will be mailed to the registered owner. “We’re proud to be the first city in the country to use this technology to help keep our bike lanes clear,” said Staci Hovermale, Parking Services Manager for the City of Sacramento. “This tool helps us enforce existing parking rules more effectively, improving safety for cyclists and ensuring everyone shares the road responsibly.” “Keeping bike lanes clear is an important part of making Sacramento a place where everyone can thrive,” said SacRT General Manager/CEO Henry Li. “This program will help improve safety and travel times for everyone on Sacramento roads, no matter how you travel around.” California-based Hayden AI is providing the automated bus stop and bike lane enforcement camera systems for SacRT buses, and Duncan Solutions is providing the violation processing software. All evidence packages of parking violations detected by the camera systems are reviewed and ultimately approved or rejected by parking enforcement officers with the City of Sacramento. “We’re honored to support Sacramento in leading the way for bike lane safety,” said Lisa Schule, Executive Chairwoman of Hayden AI. “Using AI technology to protect bike lanes is a transformative shift for urban mobility and safety.”

Parking Enforcement Customer Service. Does the word “enforcement” go hand in hand with customer service? Yes, it certainly does, and it can be demonstrated daily in both big and small ways. I want to speak more about this and how a servant leader can positively impact an enforcement team to serve their community and show this toward each other in internal customer service, leading to employee retention and a positive and happy workplace. What is customer service? The Oxford dictionary defines it as “the assistance and advice provided by a company to those people who buy or use its products or services.” But it means so much more than this because it can create a feeling and attitude of support and motivate an individual to help others, bringing satisfaction and gratitude to both the giver and the receiver. Customer Service involves using various tools, including listening, empathy, understanding, and problem-solving, while feeling empowered to help. In my seven years as a parking enforcement supervisor with the City of Boulder, we always work hard to demonstrate the city values of Respect, Collaboration, Innovation, Integrity, and Customer Service. This shows up daily with anyone we cross paths with. However, the value of customer service involves more than just doing a job. It often goes beyond what’s expected. Whether changing someone’s tire, jumping someone’s dead battery, providing directions, or being there for someone in a time of need, we can always find ways to show excellent customer service. This cannot be just a simple expectation but must come from somewhere more than a policy. It’s seeing a community or customer as family. It comes from a heartfelt desire to help as if this person is a family member in a time of need. I look forward to hearing your thoughts about this. Leo Pelle, PTMP, is a Parking Enforcement Supervisor for the City of Boulder, Colorado. Leo can be reached at pellel@bouldercolorado.gov.

MONTRÉAL — Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), the global leader in enterprise physical security software, today announced that Texas A&M University is successfully using Genetec AutoVu™ automatic license plate recognition (ALPR) technology to modernize its parking enforcement system. With a rapidly growing student and staff population, Texas A&M’s Transportation Services division faced increasing challenges in managing over 36,000 parking spaces. The manual processes of issuing and managing physical permits and conducting foot patrols for parking enforcement were time-consuming and inefficient. Following the successful implementation of Genetec Omnicast™, Texas A&M deployed a scalable and automated solution using Genetec AutoVu ALPR to overcome these parking enforcement challenges. By equipping enforcement vehicles with AutoVu SharpZ3 cameras and installing fixed ALPR cameras at parking lot entrances and exits, the university transitioned to a more efficient, real-time monitoring system. The automated system allows enforcement teams to quickly identify unregistered vehicles and reduce patrol times. The shift to virtual permits has also eliminated the need to print out a paper receipt to put on a dashboard before a hang tag arrives in the mail. Now, vehicle information is in the system almost immediately after the customer purchases the permit. “Moving away from paper permits and hang tags was a huge success, reducing time and resources required to enforce parking,” said Dell Hamilton, Parking Systems Manager at Texas A&M. “Leveraging Genetec AutoVu, we’re able to reallocate resources more efficiently, such as sending patrols more frequently to high violation areas, and have reduced overhead costs since we don’t print and distribute hang tags.” With the success of the Genetec AutoVu and Omnicast implementations, Texas A&M is looking to further enhance its parking infrastructure. Transportation Services is working with T2 Systems, a Genetec partner, to implement ALPR-based access control in one of the campus garages with an existing Genetec ALPR installation. Other garages may follow. Transportation Services has also outfitted more than 60 of its transit buses with Security Center Fleet Monitoring. The remaining 30+ buses are scheduled to be completed this year. “We’d like to continue expanding our use of Genetec ALPR. Whenever Genetec introduces a solution, it works,” said Hamilton. “Our team has been able to significantly improve our parking and transit operations using Genetec. I can’t imagine working with anyone else.” To read the full customer story, visit: https://www.genetec.com/customer-stories/texas-am About Genetec Genetec Inc. is a global technology company that has been transforming the physical security industry for over 25 years. The company’s portfolio of solutions enables enterprises, governments, and communities around the world to secure people and assets while improving operational efficiency and respecting individual privacy. Genetec delivers the world's leading products for video management, access control, and ALPR, all built on an open architecture and designed with cybersecurity at their core. The company’s portfolio also includes intrusion detection, intercom, and digital evidence management solutions. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Genetec serves its 42,500+ customers via an extensive network of accredited channel partners and consultants in over 159 countries. For more information about Genetec, visit: https://www.genetec.com Press Contact: North America Véronique Froment Bubble Agency veroniquef@bubbleagency.com Tel: +1 603.537.9248 North America Kim Velasco Bubble Agency kimv@bubbleagency.com Tel: +1 760.587.9916

New Brunswick, NJ — Parking Base, the leading provider of customized cloud-based parking management solutions, announced that it has been selected by Rutgers University to provide a cutting-edge digital parking permitting program for the university’s campuses. This new system will revolutionize the way parking permits are issued and managed, boosting convenience for students, faculty, and visitors while modernizing the university’s parking operations. “We are excited to partner with Rutgers University to bring advanced digital parking management to all of its campuses,” said Ebby Zachariah, CEO of Parking Base. “This program is innovative and improves the parking experience for faculty, staff, students, and visitors and sets a new standard for campus parking.” The Rutgers University digital parking program is built on Parking Base’s industry-leading cloud-based parking management platform, and Parking Base provides day-to-day management of the program. Also partnering on the program are Park Loyalty, a trusted leader in omnichannel violations management, and Modii, a data integration and parking intelligence provider. Park Loyalty will provide compliance and enforcement services while Modii’s wayfinding technology will allow the university to provide real-time parking availability data to parkers via the university parking app. Parking Base’s digital parking solution will streamline and simplify the parking permit process across Rutgers’ multiple campuses. Key features and benefits of the new program: Streamlined Permit Options: The new system will significantly reduce the number of parking permit types, making the process easier for users to understand and navigate. Convenient Online Purchasing: Students, faculty, and visitors can purchase parking permits online, eliminating the need to visit the parking office. By automating the process, the digital permit program also reduces the risk of human error and frees up university parking staff to focus on other priorities. Inter-Campus Usability: Digital permits will be valid across all Rutgers campuses, offering users greater flexibility and convenience. Proactive Parking Notifications: The system will notify parkers via text message if they park in an ineligible lot, allowing them to move their vehicles before enforcement is contacted. This feature promotes compliance while minimizing parking violations. Digital Guest Passes and Special Event Permits: The system will also permit the online purchase of digital parking guest passes and permits for events such as move-in days, ensuring a convenient experience. Enforcement Solutions: The program uses Park Loyalty’s Enforce Pro® platform with advanced License Plate Recognition (LPR) technology to streamline enforcement, allowing enforcement teams to issue citations and warnings with precision and reliable evidence, enhancing compliance. Real-Time Wayfinding: Utilizing Modii’s Parking Finder technology, parkers will be able to access maps showing where parking is available on campus at that moment via their personal devices. Parking Finder works with both IOS and Android devices. In the future, the university also plans to explore and potentially deploy technological enhancements such as utilization of autonomous vehicular technologies, digital signage solutions and AI integrations to augment data analytics and user experiences. The implementation of the new digital parking program aligns with Rutgers University’s dedication to enhancing campus life through technology-driven solutions. For more information about Parking Base and its solutions, please visit www.parkingbase.com. About Parking Base Parking Base is the leading company offering cloud-based parking management solutions to handle all aspects of parking operations. Its comprehensive suite of products includes Permit Manager, Valet Manager, Destination Manager, and Access Manager, and it delivers a seamless and customizable digital, cloud-based solution in a single platform. Parking Base’s tools are designed to optimize efficiencies for parking owners and operators, while enhancing the customer experience. For more information about Parking Base, please visit www.parkingbase.com. About Park Loyalty Park Loyalty is a trusted leader in omnichannel violations management, providing solutions for municipalities, universities, and private operators across on-street and off-street environments. Its Pro Solutions® suite optimizes ticketing, processing, permitting, and rewards programs, helping customers shift parking programs from punitive to incentive-driven. With agentic AI features, seamless integrations, and a customer-first approach, Park Loyalty enhances enforcement workflows, improves compliance, and maximizes operational efficiency. More: parkloyalty.com About Modii:  Modii provides modern mobility solutions via a unified platform of digital infrastructure, data integration, and parking intelligence. The innovative technology supports the digital transformation of urban areas and campuses while empowering thoughtful parking planning through data-driven insights. For more information about Modii please visit www.modii.co.

When you receive a citation what is the first thing you think? For some of you reading this, you know exactly what you did wrong, for the larger majority, it is a systematic attack to ruin your day. When we are writing citations are we thinking about correcting the incorrect actions of residents and visitors to our city, or has Revenue Generation taken over the tone? Often times at the end of the week or month we are looking at our citation numbers as a revenue generator and we cant wait to report back how well we did. This being said, there is an argument for high compliance and therefore low citation revenue… which would you prefer? The price tag on a citation weighs much more than paying the two dollar parking fees. This also adds to the stickiness of the parking operator in that private or public lot. Is this corrective action or are we kidding ourselves and we are all about the money? There is a fine line between your bottom line and correcting incorrect actions in your private or public lot, city, or jurisdiction. What do you find that outweighs one way or another at your location? Tate Misiaszek, PTMP is a Project Manager for LAZ Parking. You can reach Tate at TMisiaszek@lazparking.com.

Following a highly successful pilot program, the City of Leavenworth, Washington is expanding its collaboration with Cleverciti, a global leader in integrated parking intelligence solutions. This strategic expansion marks a significant step forward in optimizing parking management across the city. With the extended deployment, Cleverciti’s cutting-edge technology now provides full detection across all paid parking lots, delivering comprehensive analytics on occupancy, availability, length of stay, turnover, and more. This complete coverage enables the City to gain unprecedented insights into parking dynamics, both at an individual lot level and across the entire paid parking ecosystem. In addition to real-time detection, the City has implemented Cleverciti’s state-of-the-art guided enforcement solution. This breakthrough technology allows for real-time identification of violations, including overstays, illegal parking, and unpaid vehicles. By seamlessly integrating real-time parking data with payment information, Cleverciti has pioneered a dynamic enforcement program that enhances efficiency while ensuring fair and effective citation issuance. Matthew Selby, Leavenworth City Administrator. “Following the success of our initial pilot, we’re excited to expand Cleverciti’s advanced sensor technology into more areas of the city and introduce new features to further enhance the parking operation and experience for our visitors, employees, and residents. This data-driven approach is helping us create a smarter, more efficient parking system that meets the needs of our community.” “We are thrilled to expand our partnership with the City of Leavenworth,” said Cleverciti CRO Sonny Samra. “Implementing our guided enforcement solution and parking availability app, we are helping transform the parking ecosystem, making it more efficient for enforcement teams and more user-friendly for drivers.” Cleverciti’s AI-powered parking technology delivers an unmatched level of curbside intelligence, seamlessly aligning with Leavenworth’s unique mix of organic growth and tourism-driven dynamics. This innovative expansion reinforces the City’s commitment to streamlining parking operations, creating a more connected and efficient enforcement program while enhancing accessibility for all and reducing congestion and emissions. As Leavenworth embraces cutting-edge technology, it sets the stage for a future where parking is smarter, more seamless, and tailored to the evolving needs of residents and visitors alike.

In this joint roundtable between IPMI and the British Parking Association (BPA), we will discuss the similarities and differences between higher education parking in North America and Great Britain and what can be learned from the experiences of both.