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Morganton council adopts downtown parking changes, raises fines and moves enforcement to T2 system
Summary
The Morganton City Council approved an ordinance amendment expanding free all‑day visitor parking around Courthouse Square, extended timed spaces to three hours, increased several fines and moved parking administration to a T2 mobile system with a 30‑day warning period before enforcement.
The Morganton City Council on Dec. 1 adopted an ordinance amendment and updated fee schedule for downtown parking that shifts many spaces to all‑day free visitor parking, extends time limits and strengthens enforcement.
Sharon Germolotsky, presenting the parking committee recommendations, said the changes were designed "for the customer and the visitors," and emphasized the committee sought to improve turnover and convenience for downtown businesses. Under the plan, two‑hour on‑street parking will move to three hours; the four sides of Courthouse Square will be designated as all‑day free parking for customers and visitors (three sides will allow residential permit access), and several lots…
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