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San Bruno council approves changes to paid parking program in 3–2 vote
Summary
Council approved changes to the paid parking program — including a 50¢ off‑street coin rate and removal of certain kiosks — after split debate on complexity and downtown benefits; the measure passed 3–2 with Salazar and Mayor Rico Medina opposed.
The San Bruno City Council adopted amendments to the city’s paid parking program after debate over user experience, equity and revenue effects.
Staff proposed allowing a 50¢ off‑street coin rate (for certain spaces), passing through a single transaction credit‑card fee and removing kiosks on El Camino Real; the presentation noted measures intended to address meter malfunctions and downtown access.
Councilmembers split on whether the changes would simplify or complicate parking for users. Councilmember Salazar argued that differing machine behaviors could confuse motorists and questioned whether a 50¢ rate was worth the effort; Mayor Rico Medina joined him in opposing the measure. Councilmember Alvarez and others said the change responds to community requests and could make downtown more inviting.
After debate the council voted to adopt the resolution as read by the clerk; the motion passed 3–2. No further implementation details or effective dates were specified in the discussion.
