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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.

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.

Waterloo, Ontario – eleven-x®, a global leader in smart parking and curbside management solutions, announced that Clemson University in South Carolina will be utilizing the company’s award-winning eXactpark™ smart parking and curbside management platform to improve the parking experience for its 29,000 students and faculty via real-time guidance and wayfinding to available parking stalls. Over 10,000 wireless sensors will be installed in single space parking spaces across the 17,000-acre campus, making this initiative the largest university smart parking program in North America. Clemson’s goal is to provide a positive campus environment for students, staff and visitors. A core component of this objective is to better the parking experience by making it quicker and easier to find a space. Since eXactpark’s centralized platform is capturing accurate, consistent usage data for each parking spot, real-time wayfinding and guidance are key features of the solution. Last month, eleven-x’s partner, Parking Guidance Systems, began installing wireless sensors in individual parking spots across campus to acquire 24/7/365 usage data. Additionally, more than forty digital signs will be set up across key corridors to guide drivers to open spots. The university is also leveraging eleven-x’s real-time parking navigation app, eXactav™, to efficiently direct drivers to available parking. Clemson will integrate eXactpark with the university’s TigersCommute app in order to share the live parking insights. “We are excited and proud to help Clemson University realize its vision of creating the best parking experience for its community through accurate, true occupancy data,” said Dan Mathers, CEO, eleven-x, “Furthermore, this ambitious installation will demonstrate to other institutions how smart parking technology can positively transform parking operations.” The comprehensive eXactpark solution provides Clemson with a holistic, data-driven understanding of their parking assets and how they are being used. Accurate data aggregation allows for improved policies and smarter future planning. Furthermore, the university can leverage actionable analytics to streamline operations by optimizing resources and improving parking management. In addition to the Clemson initiative, eleven-x’s eXactpark solution is the platform of choice for one of the largest municipal smart parking installations in North America with Arlington County, VA. Last year, Arlington County’s Performance Parking Project received a Smart 20 Award from Smart Cities Connect. For information about eleven-x and its eXactpark Smart Parking Solution visit www.eleven-x.com. About eleven-x® eleven-x is an industry leading IoT and Smart City technology company focused on improving the parking experience for all with its award-winning, smart parking technology solution, eXactpark™. A comprehensive software platform, eXactpark enables drivers to find available parking quickly and easily in real-time while delivering accurate and reliable 24/7/365 data to support numerous use cases including curbside management, demand-based pricing and improved compliance while helping optimize parking resources. Powered by the patented SPS-X wireless space occupancy sensor, eXactpark reduces traffic, improves safety and lowers GHG emissions. The solution is being utilized by cities and institutions across North America to successfully address mobility challenges. Customers rely on the company’s world-renowned expertise for an easy-to-use, fully scalable smart solution to deliver better services. Visit eleven-x.com for more information and follow us on X (Twitter), LinkedIn, and YouTube.

More than 10,000 parking space sensors will help Clemson faculty, staff and students find a parking spot on campus this Fall thanks to a project two years in the making coordinated by Parking and Transportation Services and parking solution provider eleven-x. The sensors will provide real-time parking data through the Tigers Commute app, allowing drivers to see available spaces at a glance. Installation of the sensors will begin on Thursday, March 13, with 3,000 spaces completed over Spring Break. The remaining sensors along with digital displays at the major lots will be installed during the summer in time for the start of the Fall 2025 semester. Once all the sensors are installed, the feature will be active in the Tigers Commute app. “At Clemson University, our ethos is about putting people first by offering top-tier resources across our campus,” said Dan Hofmann, director of Parking and Transportation Services. “This installation is leading the way to improving the parking experience for our staff, students and visitors.” Employee and student commuter lots as well as all accessible, EV charging and metered parking spaces across main campus will feature sensor technology. A sophisticated state of the art gateway network installed throughout campus will allow single space parking sensors installed in the middle of each parking space to wirelessly communicate vehicle occupancy through the network. The occupancy information will be displayed on the Tigers Commute app, via the web-based version or on more than 40 new digital displays outside of the major parking lots on campus. “As a Clemson employee, I’m looking forward to knowing ahead of time what spaces are available,” said Jeff Anthony, occupational safety manager in Occupational and Environmental Safety and Staff Senate president. “These sensors should also improve safety and congestion with fewer cars circling for an open spot.” Combined with real-time transit and ride-sharing features in Tigers Commute, the sensors will help those coming to campus plan their trips more efficiently. The technology will also provide Parking and Transportation Services with more accurate data such as lot occupancy rates and peak usage times to enhance future offerings. More information will be shared in Clemson News when available.

PORTLAND OR – HONK, North America’s leading provider of contactless payments for parking, has partnered with Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) to introduce a parking reservation system that simplifies parking for those commuting for work and education, while enhancing operational efficiency across the campus. "This new reservation system has made managing our limited parking easier,” said Brett Dodson, OHSU’s Director of Campus Access and Commute Services. “Students, contractors, vendors, volunteers and non-patient visitors can book their spots in advance and arrive with peace of mind, while our team now has the tools we need to manage parking more efficiently and make more educated operational decisions." The HONK-powered system includes two parking portals to meet the diverse needs of OHSU’s campus. The Public Parking Portal enables folks to pre-book parking at nine of OHSU’s on-campus lots, ensuring a hassle-free experience upon arrival. The Guest Parking Portal is designed for OHSU departments and staff to reserve parking for their visiting guests, up to two months in advance, and the option of department promo codes for simplified billing. Real-time reporting and analytics offer a detailed view of parking trends, enabling administrators to make informed adjustments and plan with confidence. With the ability to update parking availability on demand, OHSU can quickly adapt to the evolving needs of its campus. “What stood out most about working with HONK was how closely they worked with us to get it right,” said Michael Hatchell, OHSU’s Parking Manager. “Their team ensured the system fit into the unique needs of our campus, and we really appreciated the time and attention they provided as we worked through all of our use cases.” “OHSU is an essential part of the Portland community, and we’re proud to help make parking simpler for everyone who steps onto their campus,” said Michael Back, HONK’s Founder and CEO. “This partnership demonstrates how modern parking technology can deliver meaningful improvements for both parkers and operators alike.” By partnering with HONK, OHSU has introduced a smarter, more efficient way to manage parking for its students, contractors, and other non-patient visitors while strengthening its operational capabilities. About OHSU OHSU is Oregon's only public academic health center. We are a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and southwest Washington. We are an institution of higher learning, with schools of medicine, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry and public health – and with a network of campuses and partners throughout Oregon.

As campuses grow, transportation needs evolve. The Campus Master Plan often outlines new roads, buildings, and infrastructure, with parking lots becoming prime construction sites for future development. This creates a domino effect, pushing parking to the periphery and necessitating changes in the campus transportation system. When parking shifts to the edges, it impacts both your budget and transportation logistics. Perimeter lots, often cheaper to park in, will reduce revenue from prime spaces, while new routes must be added to connect these distant lots to the core campus. So, how can transportation departments meet these challenges? 1. Assess and Adjust Transportation Routes To minimize additional costs, review and optimize current bus routes. Combining routes or reconfiguring schedules can open up buses to service new Park-N-Ride locations without drastically increasing expenses. 2. Engage with Administration Be transparent with campus administration about the impact of growth on your transportation budget. Loss of revenue from core parking and increased operational costs may require adjustments, such as a transit fee or funding for new buses. ________________________________________ Why This Is a Good Problem to Have Though these challenges can strain resources, they’re ultimately a sign of success. Growth means more students, faculty, and facilities—and a better campus overall. The transportation department’s role is crucial to ensuring that this growth remains accessible. ________________________________________ Benefits of an Updated Transportation Plan An adjusted transportation plan can: • Facilitate Growth: Free up space for new buildings and infrastructure. • Provide Economical Parking: Shift to more affordable, perimeter parking. • Reduce Traffic: Alleviate congestion in core areas. • Increase Efficiency: Offer quick and easy access to campus. ________________________________________ Is Your Department Ready for Growth? Having a comprehensive transportation plan is vital. It ensures that your campus remains accessible and efficient as it expands. If your department isn’t ready, now is the time to get involved in the conversation. Make sure your transportation plan aligns with the Campus Master Plan, preparing you for the future. Mike Harris, CAPP, is the Director of University Services with SP+ (SP Plus). Mike can be reached at gharris@spplus.com.

Motherboard replacements, EMV reader repairs, ticket jams, sensor cleanings, low ink warnings… and a $20,000+ purchase cost! These challenges defined traditional parking systems (PARCS). At the University of Southern Maine (USM), we asked, “What if this could be a thing of the past?” Since 2005, USM relied on traditional PARCS and paystations, often requiring assistance to resolve issues. Now, with Software Defined PARCS (SDPARCS), we’ve not only eliminated constant repairs but introduced built-in intercoms and live help at the tap of a button—right out of the box. ………all with a simple plug and play android device. With SDPARCS, day-to-day operations no longer include constant troubleshooting. At USM, we’ve reduced paystation expenses by over 93%, saving significantly over 3–5 years. SDPARCS is a streamlined solution: a single column equipped with an Android device and power/internet connection. This small, efficient unit can function as both a paystation and a PARCS system, simultaneously replacing entry and exit hardware. It’s simpler, smarter, and more cost-effective. USM selected ParkEngage as our SDPARCS provider for their ability to customize the system to our needs. The difference between SDPARCS and traditional PARCS is transformative—like moving from a 1960s mainframe computer room to a modern smartphone. For our team, the change has been monumental. We’ve eliminated hours spent troubleshooting machines, enabling us to focus on delivering better service to our campus community. Trystan Henry is a Manager of Parking & Transportation with the University of Southern Maine. Trystan can be reached at Trystan.henry@maine.edu.

Key Takeaways The grant from the California State Transportation Agency will support the transition of UCLA’s BruinBus fleet to 100% electric and service expansion and will fund California’s first electric road charging system — all in time for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The wireless charging roadway project follows the deployment of the nation’s first public electric vehicle-charging roadway in Detroit, Michigan, which launched in November 2023. UCLA’s charging technology could set an example that advances transit electrification and efficiency across California’s transportation infrastructure. UCLA Events and Transportation has received significant funding from the California State Transportation Agency’s Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program. A $19.85 million grant received in collaboration with CALSTART — a nonprofit dedicated to accelerating clean transportation — and wireless charging provider Electreon will enable UCLA’s BruinBus fleet to transition to 100% electric, expand service, and fund California’s first in-road electric charging system, all in time for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. “This transformative grant will significantly enhance our transportation network, providing a cleaner, more efficient BruinBus fleet that aligns with our commitment to sustainability and innovation,” said Tony Lucas, executive director of UCLA Events and Transportation, noting that reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing transportation access are key priorities. BruinBus routes link major student residential neighborhoods, the Westwood Village commercial district, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, academic buildings and many other university facilities. BruinBus routes also connect passengers to seven other transit agencies. The grant will be used to expand UCLA’s current fleet of five all-electric buses and an all-electric passenger van by adding another eight all-electric buses. In addition, funds will be used to build a new transit hub between the UCLA bus depot and the planned UCLA/Westwood station. This hub, set to open in 2028, will connect directly to L.A. Metro’s D Line light rail extension. The extension will bring riders within two-thirds of a mile from the UCLA campus and be the first-ever direct rail connection from downtown Los Angeles to Beverly Hills, Century City and Westwood. “The new transit hub and extension will be a game-changer for connectivity in Westwood,” said Clinton Bench, director of UCLA Fleet and Transit. “It will make it easier for everyone to travel between UCLA and key destinations throughout Los Angeles, especially as the city prepares to host the Olympics, thereby fostering a more integrated and accessible urban landscape." This grant will also support California’s first electric road system. Inductive charging coils will be installed below the road along transit routes on Charles E. Young Dr., roughly between the Westwood Plaza intersection and Murphy Hall, allowing for the wireless charging of electric passenger shuttles and heavy-duty buses while the vehicle drives. Additionally, static wireless charging will be deployed at passenger pick-up and drop-off locations and transit depots, including the new UCLA transit hub, to charge while vehicles are stopped. This mixed-use approach to wireless charging will allow UCLA to reap the environmental benefits of an expanded electrified fleet while minimizing vehicle downtime for charging and minimizing the size and weight of the vehicle’s battery. “By integrating advanced charging technology into the UCLA transit system, we are setting a precedent for the entire state,” said Jared Schnader, CALSTART senior director and bus initiative lead. “If adopted widely, this innovation could revolutionize transit electrification, enhancing efficiency and sustainability across California’s transportation infrastructure." Stefan Tongur, Electreon’s vice president of business development, said this project follows the successful deployment of the nation’s first public EV-charging roadway in Detroit, Michigan, which launched in November 2023. “The world needs innovative, scalable solutions with transformative impact to advance electrification, and this project demonstrates California's commitment to a more sustainable, efficient and accessible future,” Tongur said. “Electreon is proud to be working with UCLA and CALSTART to bring our advanced EV charging technology to the region’s transit system, ushering in an increasingly electric future for all.” CONTACTS: Rebecca Kendall Senior Communication Manager, UCLA Administration 310-909-9907 rkendall@adminvc.ucla.edu Jared Schnader Senior Director, Bus Initiative Lead, CALSTART jschnader@calstart.org Katelyn Davis Joyride Group (on behalf of Electreon) info.us@electreon.com

We all hear it whether you are a municipal entity or an academic organization like our own. Here at the University of Mississippi’s main campus in Oxford, MS, we manage and maintain just over 17,000 parking spaces. On even the busiest day, we can pull up video feed showing hundreds of spaces or more that parkers are not utilizing, but still, we hear, "There are not enough parking spaces." Is it just that age-old expectation that everyone should be able to park directly outside the building where they work at or attend classes? Is it a rural university problem or do urban universities with few or no parking spaces at all still experience this? Want to see students completely stumped? Try to explain to them that they should park their cars at one of several remote lots on the edge of campus and then take the convenient shuttle bus to a central part of campus that is likely within 500 feet of the building for their classes. They of course bought a commuter parking permit. We can also show them a half-empty commuter parking zone. Except, it is not where they want to park, and the lots close to where they want to be are "full". When we explain that Commuter permits are authorized to park in these remote lots, something breaks inside their minds. Park car, ride bus, get to class on time! Easy right? Apparently not… Harold Robinson, CAPP, is the Assistant Director of Parking and Transportation Systems for The University of Mississippi. Harold can be reached at hdrobins@olemiss.edu.

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