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Learning opportunities include in-person events like the annual Conference & Expo and Leadership Summit, live virtual events, a comprehensive library of on-demand courses, and certificates and credentials.

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Clemson University partners with eleven-x
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Posted Apr 03, 2025

Clemson University Partners with eleven-x to Launch the Biggest College Campus Smart Parking Initiative in North America

Waterloo, Ontario – eleven-x®, a global leader in smart parking and curbside management solutions, announced that Clemson University in South Carolina will be utilizing the company’s award-winning eXactpark™ smart parking and curbside management platform to improve the parking experience for its 29,000 students and faculty via real-time guidance and wayfinding to available parking stalls. Over 10,000 wireless sensors will be installed in single space parking spaces across the 17,000-acre campus, making this initiative the largest university smart parking program in North America. Clemson’s goal is to provide a positive campus environment for students, staff and visitors. A core component of this objective is to better the parking experience by making it quicker and easier to find a space. Since eXactpark’s centralized platform is capturing accurate, consistent usage data for each parking spot, real-time wayfinding and guidance are key features of the solution. Last month, eleven-x’s partner, Parking Guidance Systems, began installing wireless sensors in individual parking spots across campus to acquire 24/7/365 usage data. Additionally, more than forty digital signs will be set up across key corridors to guide drivers to open spots. The university is also leveraging eleven-x’s real-time parking navigation app, eXactav™, to efficiently direct drivers to available parking. Clemson will integrate eXactpark with the university’s TigersCommute app in order to share the live parking insights. “We are excited and proud to help Clemson University realize its vision of creating the best parking experience for its community through accurate, true occupancy data,” said Dan Mathers, CEO, eleven-x, “Furthermore, this ambitious installation will demonstrate to other institutions how smart parking technology can positively transform parking operations.” The comprehensive eXactpark solution provides Clemson with a holistic, data-driven understanding of their parking assets and how they are being used. Accurate data aggregation allows for improved policies and smarter future planning. Furthermore, the university can leverage actionable analytics to streamline operations by optimizing resources and improving parking management. In addition to the Clemson initiative, eleven-x’s eXactpark solution is the platform of choice for one of the largest municipal smart parking installations in North America with Arlington County, VA. Last year, Arlington County’s Performance Parking Project received a Smart 20 Award from Smart Cities Connect. For information about eleven-x and its eXactpark Smart Parking Solution visit www.eleven-x.com. About eleven-x® eleven-x is an industry leading IoT and Smart City technology company focused on improving the parking experience for all with its award-winning, smart parking technology solution, eXactpark™. A comprehensive software platform, eXactpark enables drivers to find available parking quickly and easily in real-time while delivering accurate and reliable 24/7/365 data to support numerous use cases including curbside management, demand-based pricing and improved compliance while helping optimize parking resources. Powered by the patented SPS-X wireless space occupancy sensor, eXactpark reduces traffic, improves safety and lowers GHG emissions. The solution is being utilized by cities and institutions across North America to successfully address mobility challenges. Customers rely on the company’s world-renowned expertise for an easy-to-use, fully scalable smart solution to deliver better services. Visit eleven-x.com for more information and follow us on X (Twitter), LinkedIn, and YouTube.

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Posted Apr 03, 2025

Sarasota, FL Partners with Passport to Upgrade Parking and Compliance Management

Sarasota, FL – In partnership with Passport, the City of Sarasota, Florida, is upgrading its existing system to Passport’s parking compliance platform. This collaboration will unify enforcement, license plate recognition (LPR), permitting, paid parking, and payment processing operations for physical and digital transactions into Passport’s centralized software suite. Passport’s digital compliance and enforcement solution empowers cities to collect evidence, issue warnings and citations, and deploy resources more effectively. With added LPR technology, the City of Sarasota can verify compliant vehicles up to four times faster. Passport’s embedded payments solution will enable the city to use the same system to manage, view, and reconcile all transactions at the curb. “We are excited to partner with Passport to bring a new comprehensive parking platform to residents, visitors, and staff,” says Broxton Harvey, Parking General Manager for City of Sarasota. “This system will improve the overall community experience, as well as help our team work more efficiently through access to real-time data and insights.” The city will also launch Passport’s mobile payment application for parking, Passport Parking, to offer another convenient way to pay and manage their parking sessions remotely. Passport works with municipalities to modernize and unify their systems through a centralized solution. The company’s expertise in seamless transitions and focus on supporting cities’ needs is helping communities thrive across the country. Visit the company website to learn how Passport’s parking compliance platform streamlines on-street parking and enforcement operations for cities of all sizes. About the City of Sarasota Distinguished by U.S. News and World Report as the No. 11 Best Place to Live in the U.S. and a top place in Florida, the City of Sarasota is a diverse and inclusive community located on Florida’s Suncoast with 55,000 year-round residents, several internationally recognized cultural arts venues, stunning sunsets along Lido Beach, newly restored Donald Ross-designed municipal golf course, and Major League spring training baseball with the Baltimore Orioles. Learn more about us at www.SarasotaFL.Gov About Passport Passport is the trusted technology partner for over 800 cities and private operators across North America, unifying paid parking, enforcement operations, and payment infrastructure into one platform. By simplifying how municipalities manage and monetize the curb, Passport empowers local leaders to boost compliance, unlock new revenue opportunities, and improve how people move around their communities. Passport helps cities thrive by delivering the tools and insights they need to meet evolving mobility challenges and create community-focused outcomes. Media Contact: pr@passportinc.com

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Curb Management Enforcement IPMI & Member News Municipal/Cities Technology Vendors/Products
Posted Apr 03, 2025

Atlantic Beach Starts Tourist Season with Park Loyalty Parking Management Solutions

As Atlantic Beach, NC, prepares for its busy tourist season, the town is taking proactive steps to update its parking management strategy to ensure a seamless experience for visitors and residents. Known for its beautiful beaches, the iconic Oceanana Fishing Pier, and popular summer festivals, Atlantic Beach sees a major increase in vehicle traffic each year. To handle the seasonal surge efficiently, the town has implemented Park Loyalty’s cutting-edge Pro Solutions parking management software—Enforce Pro, Process Pro, and Permit Pro—partnering with Pivot Parking and TEZ Parking to create a highly efficient parking ecosystem. Optimized Parking Enforcement with Advanced Enforcement Management Software Traditional parking management systems often struggle to handle high-demand periods, leading to inefficiencies and frustration. Enforce Pro, a powerful enforcement management software, streamlines operations with an intuitive interface featuring advanced license plate recognition (LPR), mobile ticketing, and real-time dashboards. Whether managing routine enforcement or addressing peak-season violations, this robust parking management software ensures an effective and efficient violation management process. Streamlined Citation Processing and Digital Permitting Process Pro enhances efficiency by streamlining the entire lifecycle of parking violations, from ticket issuance to resolution. With automated workflows and scalable functionality, it supports citation volumes of any range, for any type of parking operation. This ensures that Atlantic Beach can handle its seasonal demand with ease. Permit Pro further modernizes parking management by eliminating physical permits such as hangtags and stickers. With its user-friendly self-service portal, residents and visitors can apply and pay for their seasonal parking passes online in a quick and easy self-service process. Integrated Technology for a Better Experience The launch also includes an integration with TEZ’s TEZPARK solution, allowing visitors to pay for parking quickly and conveniently from their phones. This, combined with the expertise of Pivot Parking in managing day-to-day operations, creates a frictionless parking experience for everyone.

Professional Development

Education & Advancement

Accredited Parking Organization

Accredited Parking Organization (APO) is a designation for parking, transportation, and mobility organizations that have achieved a comprehensive standard of excellence.

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Parking, Transportation & Mobility Professional™ (PTMP™ )

IPMI offers industry-leading certification that places those who earn the designations as the leaders of the profession. The PTMP credential is respected worldwide as the leading parking and mobility credential.

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Conference & Expo

The IPMI Conference & Expo brings together professionals representing every level of experience and segment of the parking, transportation, and mobility industry. The event delivers four days of exceptional education, the largest display of parking- and mobility-specific technology and innovations, networking, and the opportunity to connect with a global community – to advance the industry.

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On-Site Training

Employees are an organization’s most valuable asset. An investment in staff training and education brings a high rate of return in job performance and satisfaction. IPMI offers custom, agency-specific trainings on these topics for your staff. Our training team is made up of industry veterans who can help your organization soar.

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Parking Enforcement & Compliance Professional™ (PECP™ )

Parking Enforcement & Compliance Professional™ (PECP) is the next step in your career path as a parking enforcement professional.

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Virtual Education

Virtual education includes live online training in the form of webinars, Frontline training , and instructor-led learning courses. IPMI also offers a robust online library for on-demand learning.

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“I distinctly remember stepping into the expo hall at my first IPMI conference and feeling completely overwhelmed by the size and scope of the industry, but even in the chaos, I found familiar faces and began to make new connections.  After the conference, I took advantage of more of the opportunities offered by IPMI and as my network expanded and my skill set broadened, the once daunting industry started to feel like a small, collaborative community.”

Amanda Scala, PTMP /
Associate Director, University of Maryland, College Park
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“I have been a member of IPMI for many years, and it has been a huge part of my professional industry networking and resource community. Whether I was working at a university, as an operator, or on the vendor side, IPMI has been my lifeline for staying on top of industry trends, issues, and protocols, keeping me informed with articles, committees, and networking opportunities. Staying relevant is the key, and now, attending the Leadership Summit creates more opportunities to do just that as well as connect on a more personal level.”

Mary Mabry, PTMP /
Product Manager-Parking Solutions, Cardinal Tracking, Inc.
Mary Mabry, Cardinal Tracking, Inc.

“I have been a proud member of IPMI since 2007, and it has been an invaluable resource throughout my career in the industry. IPMI has provided me with countless opportunities to share my expertise, engage in meaningful collaborations, and learn from an incredible network of professionals worldwide. The support and resources I’ve received have not only advanced my professional development but also allowed me to contribute to the growth of others in the field. IPMI truly fosters a spirit of connection, innovation, and mutual support that continues to shape our industry. I am glad to be part of the IPMI family!”

Melissa Yates, PTMP /
Partner Program Manager, ParkMobile, LLC
Melissa Yates, ParkMobile

“Harvard Parking and Transportation Services supports our University’s mission of education, teaching, and research. For me, this has always aligned with IPMI’s vision within the parking and mobility industry.  The educational content created by IPMI is directly infused into my operation to support our high standards of operational excellence and service value.”

John Nolan, MS, PTMP /
Managing Director of Transportation and The Campus Service Center, Harvard University (Retired)
John Nolan, Harvard University

“IPMI has been the backdrop of my curbside and parking professional life for the past ten years. Introducing me and my team to new operational and policy ideas, existing and emerging technology, and colleagues from across the country and world. IPMI listens to the needs of its membership, creating ways to connect and learn from each other that bring value and insights. On a regular basis, my municipal network peers provide support to each other thanks to the connections made through IPMI.”

Alyssa Alt /
Manager Curbside & Parking, City of Denver Department of Transportation & Infrastructure
Alyssa Alt, City and County of Denver Parking

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High Resolution Leadership Concept
IPMI Blog Leadership

Leadership Without Boundaries: Managing the Expectations of Your Employees with Your Operational Needs

In today’s world, effective leadership is important for balancing operational needs with employee satisfaction. But how can we achieve this in a world where employee needs are constantly evolving and we face ongoing challenges in recruiting and retaining top talent? Without addressing this question, our organizations risk becoming the next casualty of turnover. The answer is simple! Balance the needs of your operations! Leadership is not a one-size-fits-all strategy but a tool we must use to find a way to balance the needs of all our stakeholders.  Here are a few suggestions on how to do this in our operations:  First and foremost, practice empathy and open communication! As Leaders, we should actively listen to employees and understand their concerns while clearly communicating operational needs. We can do this by having regular check-ins and team meetings to maintain a two-way dialogue!  Second, flexibility works! As the industry evolves, we must adapt our polices and procedures. Offering flexible hours or shift-swapping are a few options that will help us meet operational needs while also giving our team a higher work- life balance. The majority of our operations run 24/7, and having adequate coverage is necessary!  I also recommend that you align your organization’s goals with your employees’ needs. Our teams need to understand how they contribute to the bigger picture! It’s simple! Provide professional development opportunities, such as training or leadership programs, to help them grow while preparing our operations for future challenges.  Finally, lead by example! Leaders should model positive behavior daily! Make choices that support a healthy balance between dedication to the company and employee well-being! Show your team it’s ok to balance hard work and self-care in the workplace.  Dr. George J. Mclean, MPA, DBA, PTMP, is the Senior Business Analyst for Miami Parking Authority. Geoge can be reached at gmclean@miamiparking.com.

camera system makes it possible to recognize vehicle license plates
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Are We Too Focused on the Newest Technology Shiny Objects?

I have always been drawn to technology. I remember getting excited about after-school computer club and writing code on an Apple IIe computer. One assignment was a Christmas image. I created Santa on his sleigh with his reindeer flying through the air, delivering presents. Fast-forward many years, and I am still involved in technology and love every minute of it. We all read parking and mobility technology blogs, magazines, social media posts, etc. We attend conferences and hear the latest sales pitch. We get excited at what we see and want it—we want it bad! It all looks great, sounds simple to implement, and solves all our problems… or so it seems. A client came to me and said they wanted to eliminate their gated solution and go gateless. He wanted a frictionless system. He saw the articles and awards from a parking conference and wanted that solution. How hard could it be?  (I know some of you are laughing at this statement.)  We met to document the new system’s functional requirements/use cases.  We interviewed parking technology solution vendors. We found the vendor that best fits the use cases. The client was excited. Contracts were signed, and the implementation process began.  The implementation of the solution is going as expected; we did not anticipate the parker’s lack of access to technology. Transitioning to a fixed lpr solution requires the parker to use their license plate as their permit or ticket. Did I mention this is a mixed-use garage with over 10 user groups and special events (concerts, roller derby, hockey, etc.)?  As we held meetings with each group introducing the new solution and how it worked, we realized not everyone had a smartphone, a computer, or a credit card to pay for parking. Luckily, none of these were showstoppers; we installed a laptop for staff to create an account to manage their vehicles, and cash payments could be made at the pay station or exchanged for a visa card. As parking and mobility professionals, we get so excited about the latest and greatest technology that we forget about the parker and whether they can actually use the technology installed. This implementation made me rethink my approach to my next technology project. Laura Lierz, PTMP, is the Vice President Education & Municipal Services for Reimagined Parking. Laura can be reached at llierz@reimaginedparking.com.

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IPMI Blog Municipal/Cities Parking Lots

Parking Meter Collection – One Day in the Life

The sun shines on a Monday, it may be a rainy Tuesday, and Wednesday may start cold and foggy and end warm – all factors in the day in the life of a parking meter coin collector. Although, the majority of our team are long time San Francisco natives and know that what you find in one area of the city may be different somewhere else. There are many years of experience within the group to navigate these factors and make the best of a day out in the city. We get to see technology advance over the years and adapt our collection strategy to best serve project goals, while also taking time here and there to reminisce about the old days. Our crews gather together in the morning to gear up and deploy to their assignments, and support each other during the collection process, reporting back all the fundamental items we see at the meters, but also the ever amusing vandalism and hazards that may present themselves. Photos often tell an extraordinary story… San Francisco also holds many events and street closures which are a recognized part of life in the city. Whether pushing a collection cart down a quiet street, or through a bustling area of movers and shakers, our coin collection staff are established part of the every day crowd in San Francisco. Adam Feller, PTMP, is an Operations Manager for LAZ Parking. Adam can be reached at Afeller@lazparking.com.

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PTMP™: The Certification We Need Right Now

The evolution of Certified Administrator of Public Parking (CAPP) into Parking, Transportation & Mobility Professional™ (PTMP™) isn’t a gimmick—it’s growth. It isn’t just a rebrand—it’s a recognition that our industry continues to transform. CAPP was needed and right for its time. Times are different now, and it’s time for a credential that captures our diverse, dynamic work across the parking, transportation, and mobility sectors.

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Webinar Key Takeaways: Homelessness – Not Just a Housing Problem

The homelessness crisis in America is real and has far-reaching economic and community impacts. Parking and mobility owners and operators are facing issues on both the operations and enforcement fronts, from people sleeping outside in and around the garages to those seeking shelter in automobiles using parking garages and lots as places to sleep for the night or longer to stay safe.

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