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Paid Public Parking Now Available at Wilson Lot (Evenings and Weekends)

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The Parking Division is pleased to announce expanded public parking at the Wilson Lot, located at 499 E. Wilson Street.

Paid public parking is available after 6:00 pm Monday–Friday and all day Saturday and Sunday. A total of 12 spaces are available during these times. All remaining spaces in the lot are permit only and not available for public parking.   

Payment Options

This lot does not accept cash or coins. We are testing a new payment kiosk located near the pedestrian walkway near the east end of the lot. 

Accepted payment methods include:

Important Details

  • The Wilson Lot remains permit only from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday–Friday
  • Parking is pre-pay — please pay before leaving the lot.
  • The time limit for public parking is 3 hours.
  • There are 12 public parking spaces available, with signage to guide visitors. 

 

sign showing which spaces are available in the Wilson Lot for nighttime (after 6pm) and weekend public parking.

Signing for metered parking available weekdays, after 6pm, and weekends

Wilson Lot kiosk for night (after 6pm) and weekend parking in the 12 marked public spaces.

Kiosk at Wilson Lot for metered parking payments

This update provides improved access for residents, visitors, and nearby businesses while continuing to support the lot’s long-standing permit program. Adding more off-street parking along Wilson Street helps meet growing demand for convenient evening and weekend parking in the area.

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