Glen Launches New Auto Pay To Park System with Weekend Fee Exemptions

The Troutdale Parks Advisory Committee recently discussed the successful launch of the Glen Auto Pay to Park system, which began on July 10. Initial feedback indicates that residents are finding the new payment system user-friendly, with a new payment kiosk expected to enhance the experience further by the end of August.

To manage parking demand effectively, the city has limited payment collection to busy weekends—specifically, Saturdays and Sundays. This decision also allows for free parking during the week for community service groups, such as the Boy Scouts and local support organizations that utilize the Sam Cox Building. The goal is to promote turnover in the parking lot during peak times rather than maximizing revenue.

For the first month following the launch, the city will issue warnings for unpaid vehicles, transitioning to citations starting August 9. Bridal residents can register their vehicle license plates for parking fee exemptions, and so far, 231 residents have taken advantage of this option, indicating a positive response to the new policy.

As the summer progresses, the committee looks forward to gathering more data on the system's effectiveness and plans to share a post-season report to evaluate its impact on the community.