Multiple US Cities Implement New Parking Meter Systems

Several U.S. cities are upgrading their parking meter systems to improve efficiency and user experience. Kalamazoo plans to replace obsolete meters with new pay stations and implement tiered pricing to better match demand, while increasing accessible parking spaces, with installation expected in October. Flint is also set to install a new parking meter system following public dissatisfaction with the previous smart meters, though details remain limited. Pasadena has begun installing pay-by-plate parking stations, allowing users to enter their license plate number and pay without displaying a receipt on the vehicle, replacing all pay-and-display machines and single-space meters. These initiatives aim to modernize parking infrastructure, simplify payments, and better align parking policies with evolving city needs and demand patterns. Officials emphasize ongoing monitoring and phased rollouts to ensure smooth transitions and improved parking experiences.