From Assumption to Analytics: How Indianapolis Reimagined Parking Enforcement
Historically, parking enforcement schedules have been shaped more by assumptions than by evidence. Supervisors knew which blocks “felt” busy....
Matt Darst, JD, leads an innovative data science team that champions the power of data to drive transformative change in urban mobility. Together, we empower cities with critical curb lane insights, enabling smarter, data-driven decisions to improve safety and reduce congestion. We've pioneered award-winning solutions, including asset-light data-gathering technologies, predictive algorithms for occupancy and compliance, demand-based pricing models, and the strategic allocation of enforcement resources to promote fairness and equity. Prior to transitioning to the private sector, Darst served as the First Deputy Director of the City of Chicago’s Revenue Department, where he played a key role in shaping and implementing impactful public policies.
Historically, parking enforcement schedules have been shaped more by assumptions than by evidence. Supervisors knew which blocks “felt” busy....
We’re thrilled to share that the City of Chicago’s Smart Streets initiative has been named the 2025 National Parking Assocation (NPA) Innovative...
We’re proud to share that Michael Ford, Parking & Mobility Manager for the City of Oakland, has been named the 2025 National Parking Association...
Managing parking enforcement is no easy feat. Yet it’s essential for keeping streets safe, accessible, and orderly. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)...
As cities around the world tackle the growing problem of traffic congestion, the debate around cordon congestion pricing has intensified. While the...
Parking authorities around the world face the challenge of efficiently collecting parking fines while balancing revenue goals and public...
Parking ticket collections can be a challenging process, with city officials often struggling to decide when to act. Many hesitate to initiate early...
Many cities struggle with inefficient parking enforcement scheduling, leading to inconsistent enforcement and missed opportunities to deter...