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Council introduces higher fines for vehicles parked on sidewalks, multiuse paths and bike lanes; committee review planned
Summary
An ordinance increasing fines for vehicles parked on sidewalks, multiuse paths or bicycle lanes was introduced April 21 and sent to committee for further review of fee levels, exemptions and coordination with right‑of‑way permitting.
The Carmel Common Council introduced an ordinance April 21 that would increase fines for failing to display a valid permit for motor vehicle parking on a city sidewalk, multiuse path or bicycle lane and directed staff to send the measure to committee for further review.
Councilor Taylor and Councilor Ayers, sponsors of Ordinance D‑27‑69‑25, said the change responds to enforcement difficulties observed during public town halls and routine patrols. Councilor…
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