Summary
Councilmember Young introduced a bill to bring back parking ticket amnesty — the 2018 version helped 25,000 people clear about $9 million in debt. He noted the School District got $0 from PPA in 2025 despite budgeting $7 million.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
Would forgive some parking debt; the 2018 program forgave about $9 million.
Residents buried under accumulated parking fines, boots, and registration suspensions.
Drivers who lose parking spaces, including along Columbia Avenue where a bike lane is added.
Mentions & discussions (2)
CITY COUNCIL — October 15, 2026
Councilmember Young introduced a bill to bring back parking ticket amnesty — the 2018 version helped 25,000 people clear about $9 million in debt. He noted the School District got $0 from PPA in 2025 despite budgeting $7 million.
CITY COUNCIL — May 7, 2026
Council passed three bills updating loading zones, smart loading zones, TNC stands and bus rules to cut downtown congestion.
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