November 23, 2009

Carthage Considering Temporary Elimination of Parking Tickets Downtown

The Carthage city council is considering a temporary suspension of a city ordinance related to fines for exceeding the 2 hr parking limits around the city's downtown area.  The consideration comes from a recommendation made by the city's public safety committee.

The fine for exceeding the 2 hr limit is currently set a $1.  Proponents of the suspension cite the costs to enforce the ordinance vs. the benefits received.  Carthage had also considered raising the fine to $15, but that was rejected by council earlier this year.

An more detailed summary by the Joplin Globe can be found here.

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