Chairman’s Items - Joesph T. Ashdale
Board Chairman, Joseph T. Ashdale, invited comment from members of the general public.
Members of the taxi industry commented on Transportation Network Service regulations and taxicab meter rates.
Director’s Report - Clarena I.W. Tolson
Executive Director, Clarena Tolson, provided the Board updates on the following:
Contracts:
The
Throughout each fiscal year, the Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA) through its multiple departments is responsible by law to provide funding to various government entities. Those government entities include:
The City of Philadelphia
The School District of Philadelphia
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia Traffic Court
Philadelphia’s
Tow trucks: Probably not the most popular topic of conversation among motorists, but believe it or not, they have quite a history. In fact, there’s actually a Towing Hall of Fame and Museum down in Chattanooga, TN.
Anyway, let’s get back to Philly. Back in the early 1900s tow trucks were
Most boots are meant for walking, but if you’ve been the recipient of one of our yellow boots, that means you have at least three or more unpaid parking or red light camera tickets.
In the long run the best way to avoid getting the boot is to not ignore
The Philadelphia Parking Authority
701 Market Street, Suite 5400
Philadelphia, PA 19106
For Immediate Release: January 24, 2016
PPA: NO Meter & Kiosk Parking Enforcement for Monday - January 25th
(PHILADELPHIA) - In response to the on-going clean up in the aftermath of the recent snow storm, the Philadelphia Parking Authority will not enforce meter and kiosk parking
South Front Street Lot
Front Street - Between Market & Chestnut
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Capacity: 40 Spaces
Regulation Hours: Open 24 hours a day - 7 days a week
Type: Pay-By-Plate Kiosk & Mobile Payment
PEO Enforcement Daily
Kiosk Operations
Patrons must pay at the kiosk and follow posted directions accordingly.
Rates:
Pay by Plate Kiosk
Up to 1
The Philadelphia Parking Authority is excited to launch our new customer service chatbot, now available on our website. This is an early BETA version, and we’re inviting the public to explore the limited features currently available and share feedback to help us improve.
As part of our mission to enhance the
Automated Bus Cameras
In April 2025, PPA, SEPTA & OTIS teamed up to launch Automated Bus Camera Enforcement Initiative, a collaborative initiative aimed at reducing congestion and improving public safety on city streets under the City’s Vision Zero agenda. Forward-facing vision technology equipped camera systems from Hayden AI will be mounted
Smart Loading Zones
The PPA’s Smart Loading Zones – equipped with cutting-edge, state-of-the-art cameras designed to monitor and time vehicles and help ensure a smooth and timely turnover of loading and unloading vehicles and spaces – will be activated in 22 center city locations. Drivers or fleets can register their vehicle(s)
The Philadelphia Parking Authority is dedicated to providing safe, convenient, and efficient parking for residents, businesses, and visitors to Philadelphia -- while also enhancing public safety and improving neighborhood quality of life by helping reduce congestion and supporting a safer, more mobile urban environment.
PPA Initiatives 2025
PPA and SEPTA Team Up to
IS2 Statement - July 2025
IS2 Statement - June 2025
IS2 Statement - May 2025
IS2 Statement - April 2025
IS2 Statement - March 2025
IS2 Statement - February 2025
IS2 Statement - January 2025
Thursday, February 20th, 2025:
AI cameras will generate tickets for cars parked in bus lanes starting this spring
Monday, February 3rd, 2025:
Speed cameras coming to Baltimore Avenue (State Route 13)
Driver Results Tuesday 12.17.24
Taxicab Driver Training Results Wednesday 12.11.24
Taxicab Driver Training Results Wednesday 12.4.24
Driver Test Results Wednesday 12.4.24
Driver Results Tuesday 11.26.24
Taxicab Driver Training Results Wednesday 11.20.24
Driver Test Results Wednesday 11.20.24
Taxicab Driver Training Results Thursday 11.14.24
Driver Test Results Thursday 11.7.24
Driver Results Tuesday 10.29.24
Driver Test Results Thursday 10.24.24
Taxicab Driver Training Results Wednesday
