“What you always do before you make a decision is consult. The best public policy is made when you are listening to people who are going to be impacted. Then, once a policy is determined, you call on them to help you sell it.”
— Elizabeth Dole

Reforming Local Parking Policy

Date of Event: Sunday, January 25th 2026

Time of Event: 9:30 AM — 1:00 PM PST

Place of Event: Webinar

Key Speaker

Irineo “Uie” Duran, Chair, Public Policy Exchange

Overview


Los Angeles faces significant challenges with parking policies, which affect traffic congestion and urban mobility. Currently, private parking entities exploit consumers, leading to inflation in property taxes and increased operating costs for local businesses. A recent analysis highlighted that nearly 60% of residents believe parking enforcement is overly aggressive, with many expressing concerns over the high fees incurred. Proposals are being considered to transition parking meter ownership to the city, allowing for more equitable enforcement and financial management. Additionally, community activists have played a pivotal role in advocating for such reforms, emphasizing the need for public safety and economic stability. This symposium aims to critically assess the feasibility of implementing a city-owned parking meter system, addressing cost analyses, public sentiment, and enforcement strategies aimed at supporting formerly incarcerated individuals and low-skill workers.

 

Program


-Explore the current problems of parking in Los Angeles and assess how city ownership of parking meters could alleviate traffic congestion.
-Discuss the benefits of transitioning all parking meters to city ownership, including eliminating exploitation by private companies and enhancing enforcement capabilities.
-Analyze the economic implications of city ownership, including the price and cost analysis of servicing government debt associated with purchased meters.
-Examine the influence of street protests in shaping parking policy reforms and ensuring public safety while fostering economic growth.
-Commit to law enforcement augmentation to support this initiative, emphasizing job creation for former incarcerated individuals and low-skill workers to maintain and collect from city-owned meters.

 

Who Should Attend?


City Officials
Traffic Management Personnel
Community Organizations
Urban Planners
Law Enforcement Agencies
Economic Development Officers
Civil Rights Advocates
Local Business Representatives
Environmental Advocates
Public Policy Analysts
Urban Mobility Experts
Community Safety Coordinators
Public Transit Authorities
Parking Management Professionals
Transportation Consultants
Local Government Leaders
Social Service Organizations
Public Housing Representatives
Public Safety Officials
Advocates for Incarcerated Individuals
Public Engagement Specialists
Senior Project Officers - Economic Development
Sustainable Urban Development Managers
Community Outreach Coordinators
Strategic Policy Directors
Public Engagement Leaders
Urban Policy Researchers
Non-Profit Organizations
Neighborhood Council Representatives
Grassroots Activists
Employment Program Directors
Urban Economic Development Specialists
Transportation Equity Advocates
Urban Sustainability Managers
Public Health Officials
Disadvantaged Business Enterprises
Local Government Transportation Staff

 

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