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Council holds first reading of Local Law to bar overnight parking in city parks; fees and enforcement left for later

3646282 · April 1, 2025
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Summary

The council held a first reading of Local Law 2 to prohibit overnight parking in city parks except by permit, outline enforcement authority for designated officers, and set suggested fines of $25/$50/$100 for repeat offenses; the law will return to finance for formal fee adoption and signage plans remain to be implemented.

At first reading on March 31 the Kingston Common Council introduced Local Law 2, which would add a chapter to the municipal code to prohibit unattended vehicles from remaining in city parks outside posted hours unless specifically authorized by the director of Parks and Recreation.

The draft law identifies authorized enforcement officers and parking…

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