Pullman to hike parking fees

As of July 1, Pullman parking fines will follow a new, progressive fine structure. For example, downtown overtime parking fines are currently $10, but will increase to $30 for the first violation, $50 for a second violation, and $100 for a third, according to Chief Gary Jenkins.

Violators will be eligible for early payment discounts, allowing first-time offenders to save 50 percent. Conversely, payments made later than 14 days from the infraction date will be subject to an additional 50 percent penalty.

A vehicle with three or more outstanding parking tickets that have gone unpaid for 46 days can be immobilized with a “boot.” Release from immobilization requires paying all delinquent parking tickets, plus a $150 immobilization fee.

Jenkins said the changes are intended to encourage drivers to comply with parking restrictions and to reduce offenses that interfere with the ability of patrons to conduct business where spaces are limited.