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PPA to Provide Discounted Flat Two Hour $5 Parking Rate for COVID-19 Vaccine Recipients

(PHILADELPHIA) – Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA) Executive Director Scott Petri announced today that the PPA will be assisting the City of Philadelphia in its on-going effort to vaccinate as many Philadelphians as quickly as possible, by providing a discounted flat $5 parking rate for 2 hours in their Fashion District Garage — located at 10th and Filbert Streets (entrance is on 10th Street) for any person getting vaccinated at the City’s PA Convention Center mass vaccination site beginning Wednesday, March 3, until Wednesday, June 30. 

 “The PPA will do its part to help defeat this deadly virus. We are glad to be working with the City and their federal partners to provide discounted parking and alleviate an already stressful situation for so many Philadelphians.”

 The City and their federal partners will be operating a mass vaccination site at the Convention Center beginning Wednesday, March 3rd. The hours of operation will be seven (7) days a week from 8:00 AM until 8:00 PM daily.

All vaccine recipients will be issued a federal vaccine card after receiving their vaccination and will be required to show it as proof of vaccination at the PPA’s Fashion District garage in order to receive the discounted parking rate. Customers must go to the PPA’s garage office before they retrieve their vehicle to get the discounted parking rate.

 PPA garage parking rates are consistently lower than private garage operators in center city. The PPA noted that current, monthly Fashion District garage parking patrons will be accommodated during this time.

 Additionally, from Wednesday, March 3rd to Thursday, April 1st, the PPA will provide complimentary parking between 7 AM and 9 PM at its three (3) SEPTA regional rail lots referenced below.

Fern Rock Rail Station Lot
10th & Nedro Streets

 Fox Chase Rail Station Lot
500 Rhawn Street

 Torresdale Rail Station Lot
4900 Grant Avenue

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Special Board Meeting: Friday, February 26th

*Due to the public health impact and concerns of the COVID-19 outbreak and in light of recommendations by public health officials, the Authority’s Special Board Meeting scheduled for 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 26, 2021, will take place via GoToWebinar. You may register to virtually attend the Board Meeting by clicking Here. 

Public comment will be accepted and considered. Anyone wishing to submit a comment for the February Special Board Meeting via GoToWebinar can do so by emailing Kelly Quinn at [email protected]. All such emails and requests must be received by Ms. Quinn on or before February 25, 2021, to be considered for the meeting.

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Normal Parking Enforcement & Parking Rates to Resume 2/19/2021

Normal rates will apply at all PPA-operated Center City garages beginning at 9 a.m. Friday, February 19. In order to be eligible for the $5 snow emergency rate, vehicles must enter by tonight at 9 p.m. and exit the facility by 9 a.m. Friday, February 19.

NOTE: To receive the discounted $5 rate, customers must bring their ticket and pay at the PPA Management Office in each garage.

Additionally, the PPA will resume enforcement of all parking regulations including, meters, kiosks, and residential parking time limits at 6:30 a.m. Friday February 19.. All parking safety regulations remain in effect.

 

 

Photo Credit : Steve Ives

 

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Regular Board Meeting: Tuesday, February 23, 2021

*Due to the public health impact and concerns of the COVID-19 outbreak and in light of recommendations by public health officials, the Authority’s Regular Board Meeting scheduled for 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 23, 2021, will take place via GoToWebinar. You may register to virtually attend the Board Meeting by clicking Here. 

Public comment will be accepted and considered. Anyone wishing to submit a comment for the February Regular Board Meeting via GoToWebinar can do so by emailing Kelly Quinn at [email protected]. All such emails and requests must be received by Ms. Quinn on or before February 22, 2021, to be considered for the meeting.

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Regular Board Meeting: Tuesday, January 19, 2021

*Due to the public health impact and concerns of the COVID-19 outbreak and in light of recommendations by public health officials, the Authority’s Regular Board Meeting scheduled for 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 19, 2021, will take place via GoToWebinar. You may register to virtually attend the Board Meeting by clicking Here. 

Public comment will be accepted and considered. Anyone wishing to submit a comment for the January Regular Board Meeting via GoToWebinar can do so by emailing Kelly Quinn at [email protected]. All such emails and requests must be received by Ms. Quinn on or before January 18, 2021, to be considered for the meeting.

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Special Board Meeting: Tuesday, January 5th, 2021

*Due to the public health impact and concerns of the COVID-19 outbreak and in light of recommendations by public health officials, the Authority’s Special Board Meeting scheduled for 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 5, 2021, will take place via GoToWebinar. You may register to virtually attend the Board Meeting by clicking here. 

Public comment will be accepted and considered. Anyone wishing to submit a comment for the January Special Board Meeting via GoToWebinar can do so by emailing Kelly Quinn at [email protected]. All such emails and requests must be received by Ms. Quinn on or before January 4, 2021, to be considered for the meeting.

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Thank You to All PPA Employees

Dear Team,

I want to extend my sincere thanks and best wishes to all PPA employees. This year has been one that we could not have imagined. The COVID-19 pandemic brought uncertainty, devastation, and many hardships to our economy and our families. However, through it all, each of you has remained focused on our mission. I am thankful that we can reflect and be encouraged by the strength of our team.

As we navigate this challenging year, one word describes the PPA staff – resilient.  Individually and collectively, you stood up to the unpredictable trials and challenges. As a result, the PPA family is stronger and better as we provide essential support to the City of Philadelphia during a time of overwhelming challenge. 

Despite the unpredictable challenges we faced this year, there have been multiple bright spots. Through your resilience, teamwork, and unparalleled dedication to our mission, the PPA has received many notable awards and distinctions including:

  • Accredited Parking Organization with Distinction by IPMI
  • 2020 Parking Organization of the Year by IPMI
  • 2020 Professional Excellence Award by IPMI – Corrine O’Connor, Deputy Executive Director 
  • 2020 Marketing & Communications Award by IPMI
  • 2020 Leadership Award by GovTech Magazine – Rick Dickson, Deputy Executive Director 
  • 2020 Operations Award by Govtech Magazine
  • Woman of the Year Award  from Women’s Transportation Seminar – Clarena Tolson, Deputy Executive Director 
  • Technology Innovation for Citizens Award by GovTech Magazine
  • Outstanding Agency Accreditation Award from the National Institute for Government Purchasing
  • Premier Rated Garage Facilities from IPMI

I applaud each and every one for your sacrifice and hard work. The PPA would not be who we are without you. I am excited to transition to 2021 and look forward to further fulfilling our mission in a prosperous way. Sincerely and humbly, I wish you a peaceful and healthy new year.

 Kindest Regards,

Scott Petri

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