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Somerville parking director says safety-stick enforcement is self-sustaining and expanding
Summary
Parking Department staff told the finance committee the automated "safety sticks" enforcement program is self-sustaining, now operates beyond Davis Square, and the department is coordinating with MBTA and mobility staff on expansion and signage.
The Somerville parking director told the finance committee June 16 that the city's automated curb-enforcement tools, known locally as "safety sticks," are self-sustaining and do not require general-fund support. Director Renfrette said the program's first-year revenues were higher than expected and that the FY26 budget reflects a reduced, more accurate projection based on first-year data.
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