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ParkHub and JustPark Agree to Merge Alongside Strategic Growth Investment from FTV Capital and LLR Partners

March 21, 2024

 

 

ParkHub and JustPark Agree to Merge Alongside Strategic Growth Investment from FTV Capital and LLR Partners

 

 

 

  • Leading US parking solutions provider, ParkHub, and one of the UK’s leading app-based parking platforms, JustPark, agree to merge.
  • Together, ParkHub and JustPark currently serve more than 20 million drivers and over 500 B2B customers, representing $1 billion+ in booking volume.
  • Combination of leading parking technology and payments providers creates robust end-to-end platform to serve entire parking ecosystem in North America and the United Kingdom.
  • This growth acquisition is backed by FTV Capital and existing investor, LLR Partners.

DALLAS and LONDON – March 21, 2024 – ParkHub, a leading North American provider of parking management software and payments solutions, today announced an agreement to combine businesses with JustPark, one of the UK’s leading app-based parking reservations technology and payments platforms. The combination creates a full-service parking software and payments solution for customers across North America and the United Kingdom. As part of this transaction, ParkHub secured a strategic growth investment led by FTV Capital with participation from existing investor LLR Partners.

“After 18 years at the forefront of transforming parking experiences for millions, our merger with ParkHub catapults JustPark to new heights,” said Anthony Eskinazi, founder and CEO of JustPark. “Our dedication to improving the parking experience for drivers continues, and with our cutting-edge technology and unrivalled support, we’re set to revolutionize parking for our customers and partners both here in the UK, and now also in North America.”

ParkHub provides a complete parking technology ecosystem to optimize revenue-driven parking operations, including facilitating payments and delivering real-time business insights for parking operators and venue management companies across North America, serving some of the largest sports and entertainment venues, universities, municipalities and commercial asset holders. JustPark will continue to leverage its technology to facilitate an online marketplace in the UK by matching drivers with available parking spaces and monetizing unused parking capacity. Together, ParkHub and JustPark currently serve more than 20 million drivers and more than 500 B2B customers, representing $1 billion+ in booking volume. JustPark’s Eskinazi will continue to lead the UK business.

“We are excited to invest in JustPark’s vision to provide the world’s best parking experiences and look forward to leveraging the combined company’s capabilities for our marquee customers across North America and the UK,” said Jeff Shanahan, CEO at ParkHub. “Having successfully worked with FTV in the past, I’m confident that their track record and extensive expertise within the vertical software and payments space make them the ultimate value-add partner to complement LLR as we chart this next phase of growth.”

The accelerating transition from cash to digital payments and growing adoption of prepaid parking has precipitated a need for an end-to-end platform that helps high-velocity parking facilities more efficiently manage their parking operations. Adding to this momentum, primary ticketing vendors are increasingly relying on partnerships with prepaid parking providers for on- and off-venue parking to help improve ingress and effectively manage parking reservations. With this acquisition, we believe that ParkHub is well positioned to capitalize on these industry tailwinds by leveraging JustPark’s parking reservations and mobile payments capabilities.

“Both ParkHub and JustPark stand out as category-leading vertical SaaS and payments platforms in their respective markets, and we’re excited to help these two complementary, yet distinct, offerings come together and accelerate growth in the expansive parking software and payments market,” said Kyle Griswold, partner at FTV Capital. “We’re also thrilled for the opportunity to once again partner with both Jeff and LLR. Jeff has been a leader at several successful FTV portfolio companies and has extensive experience growing and scaling vertical software and payments companies.”

“We are thrilled to announce our combination with JustPark, and to partner with Anthony and the entire JustPark team. Together, we will continue to provide our customers and partners with industry leading parking software and payment solutions,” said Ryan Goldenberg, partner at LLR Partners. “In addition, we welcome FTV Capital to ParkHub’s board of directors and look forward to a successful strategic partnership.”

As part of this growth investment, Kyle Griswold and Adam Hallquist, principal at FTV Capital, joined ParkHub’s board of directors.

About ParkHub

ParkHub is the leading integrating software, payments, and data insights provider for the North American market. ParkHub solutions include multiple payment options, real-time operational data, robust performance analytics, dynamic pricing, and is the industry leader in seamless integrations with the nation’s renowned ticketing and parking reservation providers. For more information, visit ParkHub.com.

About JustPark

JustPark, established in 2006, is the UK’s favorite parking app, parking a car every 2 seconds. With 13 million drivers and more than 250,000 spaces – including 50,000 residential spaces and some of the UK’s biggest councils and car parking companies, JustPark markets and monetizes both unused driveways and car park capacity, benefitting drivers and creating revenue for space owners. Their investors include Index Ventures, LocalGlobe, Itochu and 10,000 retail investors via Crowdfunding.

About FTV Capital

FTV Capital is a sector-focused growth equity investment firm that has raised $6.2 billion to invest in high-growth companies offering a range of innovative solutions in three sectors: enterprise technology and services, financial services, and payments and transaction processing. FTV’s experienced team leverages its domain expertise and proven track record in each of these sectors to help motivated management teams accelerate growth. FTV also provides companies with access to its Global Partner Network®, a group of the world’s leading enterprises and executives who have helped FTV portfolio companies for two decades. Founded in 1998, FTV Capital has invested in 140 portfolio companies, including BillingPlatform, EBANX, Kore.ai, LoanPro, Ottimate, ReliaQuest, True Potential and Vagaro, and successfully exited/partially exited companies including CardConnect (acquired by First Data), Enfusion (NYSE: ENFN), Globant (NYSE: GLOB), InvestCloud (recapitalized), RapidRatings (recapitalized), Strata Fund Solutions (acquired by Alter Domus), Vpay (acquired by Optum) and WorldFirst (acquired by Ant Financial). FTV has offices in San Francisco, New York, Connecticut and London. For more information, please visit www.ftvcapital.com and follow the firm on LinkedIn.

About LLR Partners

LLR Partners is a private equity firm investing in technology and healthcare businesses. We collaborate with our portfolio companies to identify and execute on key growth initiatives and help create long-term value. Founded in 1999 and with more than $6 billion raised across seven funds, LLR is a flexible provider of equity capital for growth, recapitalizations and buyouts. Learn more at www.llrpartners.com and follow the firm on LinkedIn.

HONK Brings Contactless Parking Payments to Bend, Oregon

March 20, 2024

 

HONK Brings Contactless Parking Payments to Bend, Oregon

 

 

BEND, OR, March 20, 2024 – HONK, North America’s leading provider of contactless payments for parking, announced today that it has partnered with Bend, Oregon to implement a new software-based contactless parking solution in Bend’s buzzing Downtown. Starting immediately, the contactless service allows residents and visitors to pay for parking through HONK’s mobile app with just a few taps on their smartphone.

“This new partnership demonstrates a shared commitment to making city parking in Bend more accessible and user-friendly,” said HONK Founder and CEO Michael Back. “The initiative will greatly enhance urban mobility.”

HONK’s app is designed for convenience and safety, offering drivers a seamless payment experience. There are built-in options to receive text notifications when parking is set to expire, and to easily extend parking time via mobile. All forms of payment are accepted, including Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, and all major credit cards.

“The City of Bend is proud to embrace HONK’s innovative parking technology, which is already improving the lives of our residents and visitors,” said Tobias Marx, Parking Services Division Manager, Bend, Oregon. “Not only is parking easier for everyone, but our city is becoming increasingly more efficient and connected.”

www.honkmobile.com/press-release/honk-brings-contactless-parking-payments-to-bend-oregon/

TagMaster NA: Elevating Airport Operations with LPR & GTMS at Colorado Springs Airport

March 19, 2024

 

TagMaster NA: Elevating Airport Operations with LPR & GTMS at Colorado Springs Airport

 

 

 

Tacoma, WA  – Industry leader TagMaster North America, Inc. (TMNA), announces the successful implementation of their Ground Transportation Management System (GTMS) software TrackFlow and CT-45 License Plate Recognition (LPR) cameras for vehicle identification and management with Colorado Springs Airport (COS). TrackFlow is TMNA’s management software specifically designed for the identification and access control of commercial vehicles and in conjunction with the CT-45 LPR cameras has been a pivotal contribution to maximizing revenue from commercial vehicles and collecting data for COS. This forward thinking initiative marks a significant advancement in airport operations, enhancing efficiency, security and maximizing revenue generation.

Responding to the evolving needs of modern travel, Colorado Springs Airport sought a comprehensive GTMS provider that could streamline operations while maximizing revenue capture from the commercial vehicle’s services, including taxis, shuttle buses, and Limos.  With a focus on highly secure vehicle identification using LPR, and real-time data insights, COS chose TagMaster NA to deploy their TrackFlow software and LPR to provide vehicle identification. This collaboration between COS and TMNA shows the dedication to using cutting-edge technologies to embrace the evolving needs of airports, travelers, taxis and data collection.

Key Features of the new solution include monitoring and tracking of vehicles in real time with unique identifiers like license plates ensure compliance with taxi companies and accurate revenue calculation. TMNA’s GTMS solution allows performance metrics, management of vendor’s data, violations monitoring, individual performance evaluation, and fleet data visible to the airport. Ethernet powered field devices and controllers minimize installation complexity and significantly lower the total cost of ownership of the system. Advanced search functionality for license plates, vehicles and companies enables COS to rapidly identify active and inactive vehicles. The automated alerting capabilities for unauthorized vehicle entry and overall system’s health enhance the security and operational efficiency of the airport.

The deployment of TMNA’s CT-45 LPR camera and TrackFlow GTMS software represents a leap forward for Colorado Springs Airport. By leveraging the power of TMNA’s industry leading LPR technology, the airport ensures accurate and reliable vehicle identification mitigating issues associated with the previous solution deployed. With TMNA’s TrackFlow and LPR solutions, COS is poised to set new standards of excellence in airport ground transportation management.

TagMaster North America, Inc. is a leading provider of Intelligent Identification solutions across many different markets and verticals, offering dual technologies including Software Solutions for Airport Ground Transportation Management, long-range Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) and License Plate Recognition (LPR). TagMaster NA addresses a wide range of challenges in the parking, rail bound, access, industrial and security industries with 25 years of experience and technical knowledge. The diverse family of hardware and software solutions ensures maximum adaptability and versatility. sales@TagMasterNA.com  | P: 866-615-5299

Colorado Springs Airport (COS) is a vital transportation hub serving the Pikes Peak region and beyond. With a commitment to excellence in customer service, safety, and sustainability, COS provides passengers with a seamless travel experience characterized by modern facilities, efficient operations, and a welcoming atmosphere. As the second-largest commercial airport in Colorado, COS plays a significant role in supporting economic growth, tourism, and connectivity in the region. Whether traveling for business or leisure, passengers can rely on COS to deliver exceptional service and convenience every step of the way. For more information, visit https://coloradosprings.gov/.

Elite Parking Solutions Kicks Off 2024 with Franchise Launch

March 18, 2024

Elite Parking Solutions Kicks Off 2024 with Franchise Launch

 

 

The company is seeking to partner with like-minded entrepreneurs across the United States to start a professional valet franchise in their area.

 

 

FARMINGTON HILLS, MICHIGAN — Elite Parking Solutions, a cutting-edge valet and traffic management company taking customer service to the next level, has just announced its nationwide franchise opportunity.

The company is led by Richard Abbo, Justine Abbo, and Cal Abbo, a father-daughter-son group. Richard Abbo founded the brand in 1988.

“The world of valet is becoming increasingly corporate and impersonal. We have noticed over the past years, as this process took shape, that customers are losing the valuable service that once made valet an honorable industry in favor of cutting costs,” Cal Abbo commented with regard to the company’s decision to franchise. “In addition, valet attendants and supervisors deserve the opportunity to take ownership in this industry. Our team has decades of experience and is well-designed to build small-to-medium-sized valet companies anywhere in the country.”

The company is hoping to give young entrepreneurs a simple-to-operate business that offers low-start up costs and unlimited growth potential. Franchise partners who are awarded the opportunity will work with a diverse client base that includes hospitality hotspots like country clubs, hotels, shopping malls, hospitals, and more. In addition, they will tap into the lucrative field of traffic and parking management, with the ability to earn and execute large contracts, as well as the niche of private events, which is Elite’s specialty.

Elite Parking Solutions begins its estimated investment costs below $50K. All ongoing support, marketing guidance, operational procedures, and training is included with the franchise.

“Elite offers a low-cost alternative to most other franchise opportunities and a way for workers in the industry to tap into decades of successes and failures without having to spend so many years trying it on their own,” stated Cal Abbo. “Also, it’s a flexible way to earn a good income for you or your family while escaping the 9-5 corporate world. Within our system, you can be your own boss, and your success depends on your work ethic and dedication.”

Currently based out of Michigan, Elite Parking Solutions wants to continue expanding in its home state and the Midwest where the leadership team can provide ample support. The team added, however, that Elite Parking is open to finding partners in any territory throughout the U.S.

To learn more about Elite Parking Solutions and to have a conversation with the team, visit www.eliteparkingsolutionsfranchising.com.

 

About Elite Parking Solutions
Elite Parking Solutions is elevating the valet experience through seamless processes and convenient solutions. The company works with any size event or private function and is also available as a permanent valet. To learn more about Elite Parking Solutions, visit www.eliteparkingsolutions.com. For franchise information, visit www.eliteparkingsolutionsfranchising.com.

Cal Abbo
Elite Parking Solutions
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Parking Industry Media Pioneer, Parking Today, Welcomes New Ownership

March 12, 2024

 

 

 

Parking Industry Media Pioneer, Parking Today,

Welcomes New Ownership

 

 

Parking Today Media, the leading parking industry media company, announces a change in ownership. Kevin Uhlenhaker has purchased the company and its related outlets from founder John Van Horn.

Founded by Van Horn in 1996, Parking Today has grown to become the largest parking media company in the industry, with over 14,000 print issues delivered each month plus more than 15,000 unique visits to its digital assets, including Parknews.biz, its parking news aggregator.

“I am pleased and excited to have chosen Kevin as my successor here at Parking Today,” said Van Horn. “He brings fresh perspective, relationships and skills to accelerate Parking Today’s scope and impact. His background in entrepreneurship and parking technology will go far in jumpstarting Parking Today expansion into new offerings and markets.”

“John and his team have created the leading voice of the parking industry and I look forward to working with them to continue Parking Today’s growth with the resources to bring new avenues of spreading parking-focused news both in the US and internationally,” said Uhlenhaker. “I’m excited to build on the robust foundation and strengthen the Parking Today core suite of products for today’s parking professionals. Key to that will be prioritizing the voice of our customers and ensuring we are exceeding their expectations.”

A graduate of Texas Tech’s Rawls College of Business, Uhlenhaker began his career in parking technology at T2 Systems. He was the co-founder and CEO of NuPark, served as the CEO of Omnipark, and most recently was a Senior Vice President at Flash. He brings over two decades of experience in the parking industry. He lives in Austin, Texas.

Prior to founding Parking Today, Van Horn’s tenure has covered both sales and publishing, having led the sales team at a major PARCS company and edited a country weekly newspaper. He will remain involved in the business in a consulting function.

“It’s a testament to John’s commitment to Parking Today to remain as Editor Emeritus, which will help me continue the legacy that has made Parking Today a legend in our industry,” noted Uhlenhaker. “I am thrilled to join Parking Today as CEO and Publisher, and begin working closely with the team and valued customers.”

Contacts:

Kevin Uhlenhaker                                                                   John Van Horn

kevin@parkingtoday.com                                                jvh@parkingtoday.com

512 786 2886                                                                            310 625 5724

Passport shakes up C-suite as Charlotte tech company plans for more growth

March 07, 2024

 

Passport shakes up C-suite as Charlotte tech company plans for more growth

 

Written by Symone Graham, Staff Writer for Charlotte Business Journal. Originally posted to Charlotte Business Journal on Mar. 6, 2024.

Passport has made more changes to its leadership team as the Charlotte company gears up for growth.

Passport, a software company specializing in mobile payments for transportation, has named co-founder Khristian Gutierrez its new CEO. He returns to Passport after departing in 2021 from his role there as chief revenue officer, a position he held for a decade. Gutierrez replaces Brian Mooney, who has served as Passport’s interim CEO and a member of its board of directors since 2019.

Bob Youakim, Passport’s other co-founder and former CEO, will also take on a new role. He has transitioned from board chair to executive chairman. In that position, he will leverage his background to assist in the company’s growth, new market opportunities and innovation efforts.

Gutierrez said their return to operational roles at the company was fueled by their vision to sustain the legacy and future of Passport.

“As co-founders, Bob and I have a deep-rooted connection to Passport, and in this pivotal time of growth within the industry and the company, we are stepping back into operational roles to navigate through this new chapter,” Gutierrez told CBJ.

Prior to returning to Passport, Gutierrez served as CEO of Charlotte public-safety software company CivicEye. The startup, which launched in January 2022, aims to modernize law enforcement and prosecution agencies’ old-fashioned data infrastructure.

Gutierrez is now serving in an advisory role at CivicEye, where he will still be able to support the company’s goals and growth. Joshua South, formerly head of operations at CivicEye, was named president, he said.

“This shift allows me to dedicate the necessary focus to Passport while still contributing to CivicEye’s mission and success,” Gutierrez said.

The transition follows multiple changes made previously to Passport’s executive team. In February 2022, the company named Sathish Gaddipati as its chief technology officer, replacing Brad Powers who was CTO at Passport for a decade. Powers transitioned that year to chief innovation officer, which was a new position for the company.

Then in September 2021, the firm hired Doug Rogers as chief revenue officer, replacing Gutierrez. The company also named Vanna Krantz, a former Disney executive, as its chief financial officer that year, replacing Hunter Louis.

Established in 2010, Passport works in parking enforcement, payments and permitting. Micromobility, with e-scooters and bicycles, is another focus.

The leadership shakeup comes as Passport has recognized mobile parking is now more popular in cities, however, enforcement continues to be a major challenge. Passport’s curb management platform allows for cities to gather evidence, issue warnings and citations, and strengthen revenue recovery.

The company is looking to deepen its innovation in the space to meet the increased demand of its technology. Passport’s data also found that nearly 86% of 2023 citations were settled online, signaling the advantages of mobile parking payment methods.

“In this time of transformation, our resolve is stronger than ever to support cities and private operators as they navigate the intricacies of curb management,” Gutierrez said.

Passport works with more than 800 clients across North America and has supported more than 5,000 locations. It has over 150 employees.

Gutierrez said the company is working toward strengthening its client partnerships and focusing on developing new tools that align with its mission.

“We’re building on the strong momentum we’ve established, aiming to lead the way in creating sustainable, efficient and user-friendly urban ecosystems,” he said.

www.passportinc.com/blog/passport-shakes-up-c-suite-as-charlotte-tech-company-plans-for-more-growth/

Modii Awarded Winners of the Sourcewell Curb Management Cooperative Purchasing Contract

March 06, 2024

 

 

 

 

Modii Awarded Winners of the Sourcewell Curb Management Cooperative Purchasing Contract

 

Minnesota, USA – Modii, a leading innovator in parking and mobility solutions, announces its success as the recipient of the highly competitive 2024 Sourcewell Curb Management Initiative.

 

Modii is a modern transportation-focused company specializing in digital infrastructure mapping and data integration capabilities, providing value-added solutions to unify the mobility ecosystem for cities and campuses. Modii’scommitment to innovation and customer satisfaction continues as they partner with Sourcewell to actively engage and implement cutting-edge technologies that streamline data-led parking, mobility, and planning management for cities and universities across the country.

 

Sourcewell, a respected local government unit in the State of Minnesota renowned for providing solutions through cooperative procurement, has chosen Modii as its trusted collaborator to provide curb management solutions to their 50,000 plus participating members across North America.

 

With over four decades of commitment to assisting government and education entities in operating with greater efficiency, Sourcewell has joined forces with Modii to harness their proficiency in digital solutions. Together, they aimto deliver advancements tailored to the unique needs of the government and education sectors.

 

“We are honored to receive the 2024 Sourcewell award” said Mark Frumar, President at Modii. “This achievement is a testament to the quality of our technology solutions and the customer excellence our team exudes, setting us apart in a highly competitive industry. We are grateful for the recognition and look forward to continuing ourcommitment to innovation and outstanding service.”

 

At the core of this collaboration lies Modii’s approach to revolutionizing mobility through cutting-edge solutions aimed at enhancing the parking experience for drivers and administrators alike. The technology empowers drivers with a comprehensive parking guidance platform, while providing administrators the tools to effectively manage and plan for the ever-increasing consumer demand on limited parking assets.

Modii aims to create a seamlessly integrated ecosystem that not only tackles existing challenges for both drivers and managers, but also proactively addresses future requirements in the ever-evolving landscape, enhancing overall mobility and alleviating traffic congestion. This platform creates a new era ofparking solutions, designed to meet the evolving needs of modern cities and campuses.

Modii’s success in the project reflects a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing commitment to elevate efficientmobility and enhance customer satisfaction across government and education spaces. The award reinforces Modii’s commitment to establishing new possibilities, driving enhanced productivity, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability within the industry.

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 and media inquiries please visit www.modii.co or contact our media relations department at hello@modii.co.

eleven-x Awarded Sourcewell Contract for Parking and Curbside Management Solutions

March 01, 2024

 

 

 

eleven-x Awarded Sourcewell Contract for Parking and Curbside Management Solutions

 

Enables stress-free procurement of their eXactpark smart parking and curbside solution for more than 50,000 government, education, and nonprofit organizations

 

 

 

WATERLOO, Ontario — eleven-x®, a global leader providing complete, high-performance, wireless IoT and Smart City solutions, announced today that Sourcewell, a trusted cooperative purchasing agency representing over 50,000 government, education, and nonprofit organizations, has selected the company as a competitively awarded supplier of parking and curb management solutions (contract #120423-ELVNX).

Sourcewell participating agencies across all 50 U.S. states and Canada can now access a full range of eleven-x’s solutions and services including its innovative eXactpark™ smart parking technology solution which can offer real-time parking occupancy and reliable data monitoring via the patented SPS-X wireless sensor, a cloud-based software dashboard, extensive analytics, curbside management, API, parking enforcement, compliance analyzer, public website, and wayfinding via the eXactnav™ mobile app, amongst other capabilities.

“We’re honored to be selected as an awarded supplier by Sourcewell as it will streamline the purchasing process for thousands of cities and universities interested in leveraging smart parking and curbside management solutions to improve mobility, reduce traffic and foster safer environments,” said Dan Mathers, CEO and Co-Founder of eleven-x. “We are already seeing that such goals have become integral to the current operations of many cities & institutions, and how innovative parking and curbside management technologies like eXactpark are critical to helping them achieve these objectives. I’m excited that now more than 50,000 organizations have access to our solutions to accelerate positive progress and improve people’s lives.”

 Sourcewell serves government and education organizations with a cooperative purchasing program that manages a competitive solicitation process which offers members easy access to an established network of awarded contracts that most times meet or exceeds local requirements. Any government or education organization can purchase through their services, saving time and money utilizing their ready-to-use, competitively solicited contracts.

“I am excited to work with eleven-x to bring their innovative solutions to Sourcewell agencies. By leveraging this contract, I believe organizations can improve the parking experience for drivers in their communities, better manage their parking resources and collect reliable data for future planning efforts,” said Nicholas Trout, Supplier Development Administrator at Sourcewell.

eleven-x’s Sourcewell contract is valid for four years, until January 15, 2028. Additional information regarding the procurement process and contract award can be found on eleven-x’s landing page on the Sourcewell website.

 

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 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 TwitterLinkedIn, and YouTube.

 

About Sourcewell
Sourcewell is government empowering government since 1978. Throughout North America, we offer a cooperative purchasing program to streamline the public procurement process. On behalf of 50,000 participating agencies, Sourcewell conducts competitive solicitations, awarding the most responsive and responsible suppliers. Agencies can purchase from hundreds of awarded contracts delivered through a local dealer or representative. Sourcewell staff work as force multipliers, empowering you to fulfill your public service mission

88% of U.S Drivers Avoid Paying for Parking, New ParkMobile Study Reveals

February 27, 2024

 

88% of U.S Drivers Avoid Paying for Parking, New Study Reveals

 

 

According to a survey conducted by the most used parking app in the U.S., ParkMobile, 75% of drivers have been deterred from going out because of bad parking despite 85% of spaces sitting empty

 

ATLANTA, Feb. 27, 2024  — ParkMobile, the most used parking app in the U.S. and part of the EasyPark Group, conducted a survey to understand the parking experiences of U.S. drivers. The study highlights the frustration that drivers experience because of poor parking infrastructure, with 88% of drivers seeking to avoid paying for parking. With search times taking around 10 minutes on average, the difficulty of finding and paying for parking deters 75% of drivers from traveling or attending social experiences.

Study respondents also highlighted removing uncertainty from the parking journey would be a positive draw for consumers. Among drivers that avoid paying for parking, 67% would be willing to pay if a parking space was able to be reserved in advance. When asked about coordinating these reservations, 84% of respondents who have used more than one mobile parking app in the past year would prefer one app to handle all their parking needs, including reserving mass transit and event parking. ParkMobile’s offerings have already catered to this consumer demand by providing parking reservation for street parking, garages, and stadium events.

“American cities are filled with both overtaxed city-center parking in high demand and sprawling underused garages and surface lots that are often constructed without information about the parking experiences of modern consumers,” said Chris Camp, Chief Commercial Officer of EasyPark Group. “These choices negatively impact traffic, the environment and urban vibrancy, and should be considered as part of a holistic approach to building sustainable city cores. At ParkMobile, we are dedicated to making cities more livable and we feel data insights are one way to make more informed consumer decisions and better planned infrastructure.”

Inconsistent rules and parking payment systems increase difficulty for drivers and disincentivize engaging with parking infrastructure. While 88% of respondents state they rarely pay for parking, sentiment towards paid parking changes if additional context can be provided. If paid parking ensured improved transportation, including improved bike lanes, 70% of respondents would be willing to pay. Additionally, the survey highlights that almost half of respondents (46%) are unaware that free parking is funded through local resident taxes and 64% of respondents would be more willing to pay for parking if it meant lower taxes.

“ParkMobile, as a part of EasyPark Group, has seen the need to advance parking infrastructure through technology and insights. As part of this advancement there is the opportunity to educate drivers and municipalities about the realities of their existing parking ecosystems and what is possible for the future. Implementing models of open market parking and offering Parking Data as a Service provides streamlined engagement with parking technology and is a step toward improving cities’ relationships with parking,” said Camp.

Since being founded in 2008, ParkMobile has processed over 120 billion minutes of parking in North America. ParkMobile works with cities to provide real-time parking data and trends to better plan their urban design. This includes some of the two million parking spaces across the country, in over 600 cities and municipalities and 140 colleges and universities.

The study was conducted by ParkMobile with over 2,000 respondents located across the U.S. Respondents included drivers of various ages that drive at least two days per week on average to represent those most aware of their parking experiences. For more information on the study visit: The ParkMobile State of Parking Report.

CONTACT:

Haley Haas
PR Manager, US 678-446-0148
haley.haas@parkmobile.io

Flowbird: Clearwater, Florida Launches Pay by Text Solution – No App or Account Required

February 22, 2024

 

 

 

Clearwater, Florida Launches Pay by Text Solution – No App or Account Required

 

New parking payment option released ahead of Spring Break

 

 

 

Clearwater, Florida — The City of Clearwater, Florida has released Pay by Text, the latest advancement in the City’s parking convenience options, in partnership with Flowbird, the City’s parking kiosk provider. Pay by Text is an easy-to-use web-based solution that allows drivers to pay for their parking session directly from their phone without creating an account or downloading an app.

This latest feature adds another convenient way to pay when parking in city-owned parking spaces, lots, and garages in Clearwater, alongside the pay-on-foot parking meters and mobile payment apps.

How Pay by Text Works:

  1. Park your vehicle
  2. Text ‘CLEARWATER’ to 727563
  3. Receive a secure link to input your parking details – including license plate number, duration, and payment information
  4. Confirm the details to start your parking session

Information is sent to parking enforcement who can verify the vehicle is in compliance. That’s it! There is no need to create an account, download an app, or visit a kiosk.

“We are very excited about the launch of the Pay by Text service – just in time for visitors coming in for Spring Break,” said Clearwater Parking Manager, Jeremy Alleshouse, “This feature gives our residents and visitors even more convenience when they park in our bright and beautiful city.”

The Pay by Text solution is PCI-DSS certified, giving assurance to parkers that their data is protected. Once the parking session is complete, the payment information is encrypted and the card data is not stored. To provide the parker with future convenience, their mobile device can store the card number in an encrypted manner so the number does not have to be re-entered the next time a parking session is performed.

By implementing modernized parking solutions with convenient payment options, the City will be able to better manage parking turnover and visitor influx during peak periods. The City can help motorists stay in compliance with parking enforcement, reducing the number of citations.

Along with pay by text, visitors may still use the parking kiosks to pay for their parking session, as well as the Flowbird mobile app and Parkmobile.

Pay by Text is now live throughout the City of Clearwater.

About Flowbird

FLOWBIRD operates in 4,350 towns and cities across 80 countries. The company is constantly innovating and breaking new ground to help provide solutions. Its mission is to facilitate the individual journey and maximize a city’s unique mobility potential, while considering all city stakeholders and end-user experiences. Through its devices, elite service platform and teams, Flowbird enables a new era for maximizing urban harmony and value throughout the city’s core.

 

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