Why are there parking meters Downtown?
To better manage parking To provide funding for capital improvements, ongoing maintenance and snow removal To eliminate general taxpayer subsidy of Downtown parking
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Why are there no parking meters in front of each parking space?
To avoid having 400 meters Downtown There are 30 multi-space parking meter kiosks placed throughout Downtown The parking meters are easy to use and accept coin, credit cards and Truckee Card The parking meters do not accept dollar bills due to jamming issues
Read MoreWhere are the parking meters located?
The meters are located at approximately every seventh parking space throughout Downtown There are “Pay Here to Park” signs indicating the meter locations
Read MoreHow do I use the parking meter?
Insert coins, credit card or Truckee Card. Time may be purchased in three minute increments with coin payment and in two hour minimums with a credit card. Once the amount of time needed is shown on the screen, push the green button to print a receipt. Place the receipt face up on the dashboard of […]
Read MoreWhat are the hours of operation of paid parking?
Parking is enforced daily (including weekends and holidays) from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Read MoreHow can I contest a parking violation?
A person can contest a parking violation by coming into the lobby of Police Department to fill out an appeal form. Hours are: Monday thru Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. We are closed legal holidays and weekends. You may also click here to download the parking appeal form.You have 21 days from the parking […]
Read MoreHow can I report an abandoned vehicle?
Vehicles that appear abandoned or are illegally parked on a public roadway should be report to our Dispatch center at 530-550-2320. An Officer will be called to evaluate the location.
Read MoreCan the Police Department tow abandoned vehicles from private property?
Typically a property owner is responsible for towing from their own home or land. Contact police dispatch to speak with a CSO to see if a situation qualifies.
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