Commission Approves Parking Increases, Extends October Period to September
Salem Transportation Commission approves parking fee increases and expands resident permit access. The commission voted unanimously to raise October resident permit parking fines from $75 to $100 and in a 2-1 vote extended the seasonal period to start September 15. The commission approved fee
Transportation Commission · Meeting of January 21, 2026
Salem Transportation Commission approves parking fee increases and expands resident permit access. The commission voted unanimously to raise October resident permit parking fines from $75 to $100 and in a 2-1 vote extended the seasonal period to start September 15. The commission approved fee revisions at multiple locations, increasing Green Trail parking to $5 per hour.
Commissioners approved allowing residents on the south side of Essex Street and parcels 388-390 to participate in resident permit parking programs, enabling them to park in designated zones citywide. The commission deferred action on a separate 27 North Street request.
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Source: the Transportation Commission meeting of January 21, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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