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City reports early compliance after Habitual Parking Violator ordinance; nearly 1,000 owners made arrangements

Milwaukee Common Council Public Safety & Health Committee · January 29, 2026
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DPW reported that after mailing 28,874 notices and starting limited towing in January, nearly 1,000 vehicle owners either paid citations or set up payment plans; the department said towing remains a last resort and will work with municipal courts and vendors to refine tracking and enforcement.

The Department of Public Works on Tuesday gave the Public Safety & Health Committee an early implementation update on the Habitual Parking Violator ordinance, which identifies plate owners with five or more citations over 60 days past due and allows towing even when the vehicle is legally parked.

Peter Knox, Parking Services Manager, said DPW mailed 28,874 letters during the 60-day moratorium to educate owners about payment plans and court options. During that initial pause DPW…

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