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The More You Know: Parking Signs Explained

On each block of Philly you’ll find something new. There’s restaurants, cafes, clothing stores, maybe even a street performer playing music that can be heard for blocks or serenading  passersby. It’s not just the culture and opportunities that change with each block; the parking rules do, too. As you’re taking a
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#TBT AutoPark at Jefferson

It’s #TBT and the year is 1954. Elvis is flooding the airwaves, the forces of communism and capitalism are continuously butting heads, and greasers are jetting around in their new flip top convertibles. With Hound Dog blasting in the background, the new and hip flip tops were able to park
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How to Get a Disabled-Only Parking Pole

At the end of the day, most people just want to get home and relax. But, the quest for a parking spot after a long day’s work can be hectic and mentally draining. Countless circles around the block can seem like hours, and if you have a physical disability, walking
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PEO Spotlight: Antonio Menezes

The job of a PPA Parking Enforcement Officer (PEO) requires a lot of patience and a liking for physical activity. PEOs wake up every morning knowing they’ll be insulted at least once a day for doing their job -- a job that requires eight hours of walking and yes -- at times
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Office of the Clerk

Office of the Clerk The Clerk will receive and docket pleadings and other documents required by the TLD Regulations. Filings and requests for practice and procedure information should be directed to: ClerkOffice of the ClerkTaxicab and Limousine Division 2415 South Swanson Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19148Telephone (215) 683-9498Fax (215) 683-9568TLDClerk@philapark.org   The Clerk will maintain
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6th and Marshall Street Lot

6th and Marshall Street Lot 982 N.6th Street Philadelphia, PA 19123 Capacity: 53 Spaces Zipcar Spaces: 2 Hours of Operation: 24 Hours, 7 Days a Week  Type: Pay-By-Plate Kiosk & Mobile Payment Rates: Per Hour (2 hour max) - $1.00 Monthly Rate - $45.00 per month  There are currently no monthly parking spaces available.   Enforcement Daily Please click below to make monthly parking payment.
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#TBT: PPA Headquaters

It’s been over a year since we set up shop at 701 Market Street. Nestled conveniently nearThe Gallery Mall,Chinatown andReading Terminal Market, we have the perk of working in the most energetic section of Philly. So for this month’s #TBT, we sifted through Philadelphia’s public records and stumbled upon a
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A Philadelphian First: PEO Shirley Barnett

Shirley Barnett is a Philadelphian first, and that’s why she’s been a Parking Enforcement Officer (PEO) for more than 27 years. She is patient, soft-spoken and easy going, but she doesn’t let her good nature mislead anyone. Barnett is not one for nonsense, making her such an excellent asset to
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Wheelin’ and Dealin’: The PPA Auction Process

Going once, going twice, sold! If you’ve ever been on the receiving end of those words, that means you’re a bid winner. If you’re an avid bidder and in need of a new automobile, you’ll be happy to know we have lots of them available at our public auctions. On Tuesdays,
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Do’s & Don’ts of Scooter/Motorcycle Parking

Whether you’re parking on the streets or on sidewalks, understanding the do’s and don’ts of parking your scooter or motorcycle parking will ultimately help you avoid parking tickets. With more than 40 scooter/motorcycle corrals spread throughout Philly, we want to ease any confusion you may have when it comes to parking
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