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Committee clarifies handicap‑parking fines are set by state, not Middletown
Summary
Committee members and staff said the increase to handicap‑parking fines—from prior level to $2.50—was mandated by state statute and clarified the city is bound by DMV guidance.
During debate over fines and enforcement, staff clarified that handicap‑parking penalty levels are set by state statute and not by the city.
As staff explained, "the fine went from 150 to $2.50. That is by state statute," and said the DMV attorney confirmed the increase and that second‑offense penalties can be higher. Committee members said the confusion prompted updates to signage and outreach so residents with older placards would understand the change and be able to obtain replacements or waivers when appropriate.
Members asked staff to change signs to the new symbol and noted that DMV notification letters were sent but not all residents read them; staff said the city will waive fines for residents who show they have applied for a new placard.
